Witness Slip to Ban Styrofoam

Proposed legislation to ban plastic foam, commonly known as Styrofoam, will be heard in a meeting of the Illinois House and Energy Committee THIS TUESDAY, February 15, at 4 pm.

Take Action

Support HB 3067 by filing a witness slip. 

When submitting a witness slip, follow:

• Representation – Self

• Position – Proponent

• Testimony – Record of Appearance Only

Thank you to everyone who submitted a witness slip for the hearing last week—you'll need to slip again for this hearing!

What You Should Know

Illinois House Bill 3067 amends the Environmental Protection Act and provides that, beginning January 1, 2023, a store in Illinois may not sell or distribute disposable food service containers that are composed in whole or in part of polystyrene foam and directs the EPA to adopt rules to implement the provisions.

As documented by Green Dining Alliance in 2015, Styrofoam is a known hazardous substance. It leaches into food and drink, is toxic, and it is a principal source of litter.

LWVIL is opposed to the release of toxic pollutants from any source that may damage the ecosystem. The League supports informed and responsible action on behalf of preserving our local ecosystem. Other organizations, such as Environment Illinois, support this bill.

For more information about the League's environmental work, contact the LWV Chicago Environmental Action Committee at environment@lwvchicago.org.

Thank you for taking action!