Ban of foam food containers, packing peanuts and coolers heads to Oregon governor's desk
A bill to ban common Styrofoam items including food containers is headed to Oregon Gov. Tina Kotek’s desk for her signature, one of two pieces of legislation aimed at reducing plastic pollution in the state. Senate Bill 543 would phase out polystyrene foam dishware, packing peanuts and coolers, and will prohibit the use of PFAS, the so-called “forever chemicals,” in food packaging. It takes effect Jan. 1, 2025.
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