Reduce plastic waste
Phase out single-use plastic carryout bags while setting standards for reusable, recycled-paper, and certified compostable alternatives.
Authored policy
Ideas into policy.
Environmental proposals designed around measurable impact, practical implementation, and protections for families and small businesses.
Policy portfolio
01
Authored proposal currently in development, published here for public reading and feedback.
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draft sections
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document pages
125
minimum reusable-bag uses
2031
draft sunset review
Proposal 01
Texas Plastic Bag Efficiency and Reuse Act
DraftIn development
A statewide proposal to reduce single-use plastic bag waste through durable alternatives, producer accountability, public education, and support for affected communities.
Set clear standards
Require producer certification, third-party testing, labeling, recycled-content rules, and enforcement through the state environmental agency.
Protect access
Waive bag fees for eligible low- and fixed-income shoppers, including people using SNAP, WIC, TANF, or Medicaid.
Support small businesses
Provide technical help, training, educational materials, and financial assistance for qualifying small and rural retailers.
How the draft works
Retailers would stop providing single-use plastic carryout bags and could offer qualifying alternatives. Producers would certify compliant products, while the state would oversee enforcement, education, annual reporting, and a future review of the program's results.
Draft status note
- The bill number is still shown as a placeholder.
- Dates in the document are proposed draft dates and require revision.
- The proposal has not been filed, introduced, sponsored, passed, or enacted.
