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City of Lawrence plastic bags ordinance goes into effect this March

We’re reaching out to Lawrence businesses to let you know about Ordinance No. 9996, which goes into effect on Friday, March 1, 2024. The ordinance prohibits establishments in Lawrence from providing single-use disposable plastic bags to customers.

The ordinance will affect all establishments that make bags available at the point of sale, distribution, or other departure point. These businesses include indoor and outdoor establishments that offer food or other products to the public for sale, such as:

  • Supermarkets
  • Convenience stores
  • Shops
  • Service stations
  • Department stores
  • Clothing stores
  • Restaurants
  • Food trucks
  • Delivery services

As an alternative to single-use disposable bags, we strongly encourage consumers to use reusable bags.

  • Reusable bags are permitted if they are made of nylon, cotton, cloth, polyester, or another material that is specifically designed and manufactured for multiple reuses.
  • If made of plastic, a reusable bag must contain at least 40% post-consumer recycled content and must measure at least 4.0 mils in thickness. Plastic reusable bags must be labeled with the post-consumer recycled content percentage, the mil thickness, and the word “reusable” on the bag.
  • Only paper bags containing at least 40% post-consumer recycled content are permitted. The single-use disposable paper bags must be labeled with the post-consumer recycled content percentage.
We recognize the large effect that Ordinance No. 9996 will have on Lawrence establishments, and we want to do everything we can to assist during this transition time. Please visit our website for more information and responses to some of the most common questions we’ve received: PlasticFreeLawrence.org

Thank you for your cooperation during this change. The City of Lawrence is excited to improve the long-term health of our natural environment, and we thank you for the role you’ll play in these efforts.

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