The bill proposes the repeal of section 260.283 of the Revised Statutes of Missouri, which previously regulated the use of paper and plastic bags by merchants, itinerant vendors, and peddlers. Under the existing law, these businesses were allowed to offer customers a choice between paper and plastic bags for packaging purchases, and it prohibited political subdivisions from imposing any bans, fees, or taxes on the use of these bags. Additionally, the law ensured that consumers could use reusable bags without restriction. By repealing this section, the bill removes the protections and regulations that currently govern the use of paper and plastic bags in transactions involving merchants and vendors. This change could potentially allow local governments to implement their own regulations regarding bag usage, including bans or fees, which were previously prohibited under the now-repealed law.

Statutes affected:
Introduced (4931H.01): 260.283