SD-2023-0003
18 March 2023
Sovereign Decree on Mandating Biodegradable Drinking Straws and Prohibiting Plastic Straws in the Principality of Kaharagia
Decree Information
Summary
Requires the exclusive use of certified biodegradable/compostable drinking straws and prohibits the manufacture, sale, and distribution of single-use plastic straws within the Principality; provides limited exemptions for medical and disability needs; directs inspection and enforcement, establishes penalties for non-compliance, and orders public guidance and a short implementation period, effective upon promulgation.
Citation
Sovereign Decree on Mandating Biodegradable Drinking Straws and Prohibiting Plastic Straws in the Principality of Kaharagia. SD-2023-0003. Royal Kaharagian Gazette, 18 March 2023. https://gazette.kaharagia.org/sovereign-decrees/sd-2023-0003