§ 32-1. Definitions.

(a) In general.

In this subtitle, the following terms have the meanings indicated.

(b) Dealer.

"Dealer" has the meaning stated in City Code Article 7, § 62-1(b) {"Definitions: Dealer"}.

"Director" means the Director of the Department of Finance or the Director's designee.

(d) Checkout bag.

(1) In general.

"Checkout bag" means any paper or plastic bag supplied by a dealer to a customer at the point of sale, pickup, or delivery to carry purchased items.

(2) Inclusions.

"Checkout bag" includes a compostable plastic bag that meets the standards described in City Code Article 7, § 62-1(c)(2) {"Definitions: Plastic checkout bag"}.

(3) Exclusions.

"Checkout bag" does not include:

(i) a bag solely used to contain:

(A) fresh fish and fresh fish products;

(B) fresh meat and fresh meat products;

(D) otherwise unpackaged fruits, nuts, or vegetables;

(E) otherwise unpackaged confectionery;

(F) otherwise unpackaged fresh cheese;

(G) otherwise unpackaged baked goods;

(H) ice;

(I) food and goods obtained at a farmers' market;

(J) prescription drugs obtained from a pharmacy;

(K) newspapers; or

(L) dry-cleaned goods; or