Jul 7 - Seattle to Vote on Bag Fee, Styrofoam Ban


Submitted by Recycling News on July 7, 2008 - 14:37.

The Seattle city council will vote this month on an ordinance that would put a 20 cent fee on paper and plastic bags.

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The ordinance would also ban foamed polystyrene takeout containers.

CAW and Plastic Bags:

  • Learn about AB 2058, which would put a fee on plastic bags in California.