Hawaii
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Statewide Legislationtop
| Status | Pending |
| Ordinance | HB 356, HB 357 |
| Notes | Notes: 2/16/2016 HB1893 would establish a statewide ban on plastic bags and a 10 cent tax on paper bags. Currrently, all of Hawaiii’s counties have banned plastic bags, but do not charge for paper. |
| Updated | February 26, 2016 |
Big Island Hawaiitop
| Status | Approved |
| Status Date | 02/22/2011 |
| Plastic Summary | Banned |
| Paper Summary | Requirements: designed for multiple use. |
| Reusable Definition | A bag with handles that is specially designed and manufactured for multiple reuse and is (1) made of cloth or fabric and /or (2) made of paper specifically designed for multiple use or long term use. |
| Stores Affected | “Business” means any commercial enterprise or establishment, including an individual proprietorship, joint venture, partnership, corporation, limited liability company, or other legal entity, whether for profit or not for profit, and includes all employees of the business or any independent contractors associated with the business. |
| Fees | None |
| Comply Date | 01/01/2013 |
| Ordinance | Bill #17 Chapter 14 |
| More Information | Link to more information |
| Updated | April 20, 2012 |
Honolulutop
| Status | Approved |
| Status Date | 05/10/2012 |
| Plastic Summary | Banned |
| Paper Summary | Requirements: No old growth fiber, 100% recyclable, 40% minimum of PCW |
| Reusable Definition | A bag with handles that is specially designed and manufactured for multiple reuse and is (1) made of cloth or fabric and /or (2) made of paper specifically designed for multiple use or long term use. |
| Stores Affected | “Business” means any commercial enterprise or establishment, including an individual proprietorship, joint venture, partnership, corporation, limited liability company, or other legal entity, whether for profit or not for profit, with annual gross sales and includes all employees of the business or any independent contractors associated with the business. |
| Fees | None |
| Comply Date | 07/01/2015 |
| Ordinance | Bill 10 (2012) |
| More Information | Link to more information |
| Updated | May 21, 2012 |
Kauaitop
| Status | Approved |
| Status Date | 07/01/2012 |
| Plastic Summary | Requirements: 2.25 thick and Specific ID requirements. |
| Paper Summary | Requirements: no old growth fiber, 100% recyclable, 40% minimum of PCW and specific ID requirements. |
| Reusable Definition | A bag with handles that is specially designed and manufactured for multiple reuse and is (1) made of cloth or fabric and /or (2) made of durable plastic that is at least 2.25 mil thick. |
| Stores Affected | “Retail Establishment” means any commercial business facility that sells goods directly to the ultimate consumer, including, but not limited to, grocery stores, pharmacies, liquor stores, “mini marts”, and retail stores and vendors selling clothing food and personal items. |
| Fees | None |
| Comply Date | 01/11/2011 |
| Ordinance | Article 19, Chapter 22 of Kauai’s County Code |
| More Information | Link to more information |
| Updated | April 20, 2012 |
Mauitop
| Status | Approved |
| Status Date | 07/14/2008 |
| Plastic Summary | Requirements: 3.0 thick and Specific ID requirements. |
| Paper Summary | Requirements: none listed. |
| Reusable Definition | A bag with handles that is specially designed and manufactured for multiple reuse and is (1) made of cloth or fabric and /or (2) made of durable material specifically designed for reuse. |
| Stores Affected | “Business” means any commercial enterprise or establishment, including an individual proprietorship, joint venture, partnership, corporation, limited liability company, or other legal entity, whether for profit or not for profit, and includes all employees of the business or any independent contractors associated with the business. |
| Fees | None |
| Comply Date | 07/14/2008 |
| Ordinance | 3587 Bill # 69 Chapter 20.28 |
| More Information | Link to more information |
| Updated | April 20, 2012 |
Palatop
| Status | Approved |
| Plastic Summary | Ban: Plastic carry out bags. Permitted: ? |
| Stores Affected | All Stores |
| Comply Date | 2008 |
| Updated | February 16, 2012 |
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