A legislative initiative in New York City seeks to modify the way beverages are served in food establishments. If approved and signed by Governor Kathy Hochul, the law would allow customers to use their own reusable cups in establishments, replacing disposable containers. The proposal, identified as Int. No. 781, was introduced by Shaun Abreu, the Democratic majority leader of the City Council. Currently, the bill is under review within the Committee on Consumer and Worker Protection. The text states that no business can refuse the use of personal containers for serving beverages, provided that basic conditions established by the regulations are respected. The initiative requires establishments that use disposable cups to inform customers about the possibility of opting for their own containers. To do this, they must display visible signs with a specific message. Additionally, the bill defines situations in which the business can refuse the customer's container. These include ...