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LD 69

An Act To Repeal The Law Restricting The Use Of Certain Plastic, Paper And Single-Use Bags

132nd Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by Barbara Bagshaw and 4 co-sponsors

Maine Senate rejected a bill to repeal restrictions on single-use plastic and paper bags, maintaining existing environmental protections with a 20-14 vote.

Placed in Legislative Files (DEAD)
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Bill Summary · LD 69

Legislative bill overview

LD 69 proposed repealing Maine's existing law that restricts the use of certain plastic, paper, and single-use bags. The bill was rejected by the Maine Senate on April 10, 2025, with a 20-14 vote against passage, effectively ending consideration of the measure.

Why is this important

Maine's single-use bag restrictions represent environmental policy aimed at reducing plastic waste and landfill burden. The bill's defeat signals legislative support for maintaining these restrictions rather than rolling back environmental protections, reflecting ongoing debate between environmental sustainability and business convenience concerns.

Potential points of contention

  • Environmental vs. Economic Trade-offs: Supporters of repeal likely argued restrictions increase costs for businesses and consumers, while opponents contended environmental benefits justify inconvenience
  • Implementation Burden: Questions about whether retailers and consumers adjusted adequately to existing restrictions, or whether compliance remains problematic
  • Federal vs. State Authority: Disagreement over whether individual states should set plastic restriction standards or if uniform national policy would be preferable

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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