H.R. 1918In committeeEnvironment & energy
Foam cups, packing peanuts, and coolers face U.S. sales ban by 2028
Data as of July 11, 2026
HR 1918 bans sale of foam food containers, packing peanuts, and coolers starting January 1, 2028.50-second read · 5 questions answered below
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What does this do?
HR 1918 would ban the sale and distribution of expanded polystyrene foam food containers, packing peanuts, and coolers starting January 1, 2028. The ban covers anyone involved in making, importing, distributing, or selling these products. Foam packaging used to ship medicines, medical devices, or biological products like vaccines is exempt.
Who does it affect?
The ban applies to restaurants, grocery stores, schools, hospitals, retail stores, shipping companies, online retailers, and manufacturers. Consumers would also be affected, as foam coolers would no longer be available for purchase after the deadline.
Why does it matter?
Restaurants and food vendors would need to switch to alternative materials such as paper, cardboard, or other plastics for takeout containers. Manufacturers that currently produce these foam products would need to change or cease that part of their business.
What does it cost, and who pays?
- 2nd violation: $250 fine
- 3rd violation: $500 fine
- 4th+ violations: $1,000 each
Where does it stand?
- Introduced
- House committee — You are here
- House vote
- Senate
- President's desk
Right now: a House committee is reviewing it. If the Senate changes it, it goes back to the House before reaching the President.
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Official title
Farewell to Foam Act of 2025
- Introduced:
- March 6, 2025
- Latest action:
- March 6, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
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