Single-Use Items in Rhode Island (2026)

2 rules on the books across Rhode Island. Select a rule to read the full details.

Severity: Few Restrictions · Light Restrictions · Some Restrictions · Significant Restrictions · Heavy Restrictions

Plastic Bag Rules

Whether plastic carryout bags are banned, taxed, or exempt from local regulation under state preemption.

Rhode Island enacted a statewide plastic carryout bag ban effective January 1, 2024 under RIGL Chapter 23-92, the…

State rules on expanded polystyrene foam (Styrofoam) cups, takeout containers, and packaging, including statewide bans and preemption of local bans.

Rhode Island has not enacted a comprehensive statewide ban on expanded polystyrene foam food containers, leaving…