Overview
- Sen. Jennifer Bradley filed SB 958 for the 2026 Regular Session beginning Jan. 13.
- Local rules would have to permit straws and stirrers that are renewable, home compostable certified, industrial compostable certified, or marine biodegradable.
- Technical thresholds include water decomposition within one year for marine‑biodegradable products and either USDA BioPreferred 80% biobased content or TÜV Austria OK biobased 4‑star for renewables.
- Bradley says the bill does not preempt local ordinances, asserting it updates them to ensure uniformity by including certified alternatives.
- The measure cites research finding PFAS in many paper straws; no House companion has been filed as of publication, and several Florida cities still restrict single‑use plastic straws.