Vermont Statewide Rule
Vermont Plastic Straw Restrictions Under Act 69 Rules
Key Facts
- Authority
- Authority: Act 69 of 2019, 10 V.S.A. 6692
- Plastic Straws Available
- Plastic straws available on request only
- Plastic Stirrers Banned
- Plastic stirrers banned outright
- Effective July 1,
- Effective July 1, 2020
- Ada Accommodations Always
- ADA accommodations always available
Summary
Vermont restricts single-use plastic straws and stirrers under Act 69 of 2019, requiring food service establishments to provide them only on customer request.
A food service establishment shall not provide a single-use plastic straw to a customer, except that a food service establishment may provide a straw to a person upon request.
Full Breakdown
Under Act 69 of 2019, Vermont food service establishments may not provide single-use plastic straws unless specifically requested by the customer. Plastic stirrers are banned outright for use with hot or cold beverages. The straw-on-request law applies to dine-in, takeout, and drive-through service. Compostable and paper straws may be offered freely. The Americans with Disabilities Act ensures access to flexible plastic straws for individuals with disabilities upon request. The Agency of Natural Resources provides guidance and enforces compliance through inspections, fines, and educational outreach for non-compliant establishments.
Violations & Penalties
Establishments providing unrequested plastic straws face civil penalties up to $200 per day after notice and warning.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I get a plastic straw at a Vermont restaurant?
Are plastic drink stirrers legal in Vermont?
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