The proposed bill aims to prohibit any state or local government from enacting or enforcing laws, ordinances, policies, or rules that restrict the use of plastic grocery bags by retail grocers. It defines key terms such as "public body," "local government," and "plastic grocery bag," clarifying that a plastic grocery bag is one provided by a retailer for transporting food or goods, made from synthetic materials or biologically based polymers.

Under this legislation, public bodies are explicitly barred from imposing any restrictions on the provision of plastic grocery bags, ensuring that retail grocers can continue to use these bags without interference from governmental regulations. This move reflects a legislative intent to maintain the availability of plastic grocery bags in the retail sector, despite ongoing discussions about environmental impacts and sustainability.