Redding Today

Senator Dahle has emphasized the importance of supporting businesses in California amidst new legislative proposals. In particular, SB 1167 has come under scrutiny for its potential impact on food establishments across the state.

According to an unnamed source, SB 1167 aims to prohibit large chain restaurants or food facilities from providing customers with disposable cups or mugs for on-premises consumption if they have more than 20 locations in the US. This legislation would also empower local governments to enforce fines for non-compliance.

Senator Dahle raised concerns about the redundancy of SB 1167, citing the existing requirements set by SB 54, which mandates all single-use cups to be recyclable or compostable by 2032. Furthermore, he highlighted the challenges faced by the restaurant industry, attributing closures and downsizing to factors such as minimum wage mandates and excessive regulations.

The 1st Senate District in California, represented by Senator Dahle, encompasses a diverse range of counties, including Alpine, El Dorado, Lassen, Modoc, Nevada, Placer, Plumas, Sacramento, Sierra, Siskiyou, and Shasta, as well as parts of Tehama, Butte, Colusa, and Glenn counties.

Senator Dahle's stance underscores the need for thoughtful consideration of legislation that could impact businesses in the state and the importance of supporting their viability in a complex regulatory environment.