Statewide Ban on Plastic Bags Senate #328
Vote Description
This vote was on amendment #903 to S4, the Senate Budget, which bans single use plastic bags in large stores and chains. Bags offered at these stores would need to be reusable or made from recycled paper and cost at least 10 cents.
Mass Fiscal Explanation
Mass Fiscal would have voted against this amendment since it adds more red tape to businesses and will hurt the working class.
Mass Fiscal's Stance
Fiscal Responsibility Vote
Good Government Vote
Vote result on 05/25/2016
PASSED
Yea
29
Nay
9
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