The bill proposes the repeal of section 260.283 of the Revised Statutes of Missouri, which previously regulated the packaging options available to consumers when purchasing items from merchants, itinerant vendors, and peddlers. Under the existing law, these sellers were required to offer customers a choice between paper and plastic bags for packaging their purchases, and it prohibited local governments from imposing any bans, fees, or taxes on the use of these bags. Additionally, it allowed consumers to use reusable bags without restriction. By repealing this section, the bill removes these requirements and protections, effectively giving local governments the authority to regulate the use of paper and plastic bags, including the ability to impose bans or fees. This change could lead to a patchwork of regulations across different political subdivisions in Missouri regarding the packaging of purchased items.

Statutes affected:
Introduced (6826H.01): 260.283