Maryland encourages but does not statewide ban plastic straws; many local jurisdictions require restaurants to provide straws and utensils only on request.
Maryland has not enacted a uniform statewide ban on single-use plastic straws, but multiple counties and municipalities including Baltimore City and Montgomery County require restaurants to provide single-use plastic straws, stirrers, and utensils only when a customer requests them. State legislation has been introduced in recent sessions to extend on-request rules statewide. Drive-through service and beverages packaged for off-site consumption may have specific carve-outs. Local health and environmental departments handle enforcement and education.
Local violations typically carry warnings followed by civil fines of $100 to $500 per offense.
Annapolis, MD
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Annapolis, MD
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Annapolis, MD
Annapolis permits construction noise 7 AM to 10 PM under Maryland state standards. Construction sounds may not exceed 90 dBA at the property line. Historic D...
Annapolis, MD
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Annapolis, MD
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Annapolis, MD
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