Section 23-19.18-5 - [See Note] Uniformity(a) This chapter is a matter of statewide interest and concern and is applicable uniformly throughout the state. Accordingly, this chapter occupies the whole field of regulation of reusable bags, single-use bags, and recyclable paper bags, as defined in this chapter, provided by a retail sales establishment, as defined in § 23-19.18-2, and shall supersede any and all state and local laws, regulations, and ordinances in this field.R.I. Gen. Laws § 23-19.18-5
Added by 2022 Pub. Laws, ch. 176, § 1, eff. within one year from the date of promulgation of regulations by the department as authorized by this chapter, or on January 1, 2024, whichever occurs first..Added by 2022 Pub. Laws, ch. 177, § 1, eff. .within one year from the date of promulgation of regulations by the department as authorized by this chapter, or on January 1, 2024, whichever occurs first..Section 2 of the enacting legislation provides that this section shall take effect within one year from the date of promulgation of regulations by the department as authorized by this chapter, or on January 1, 2024, whichever occurs first.