Illinois lawmakers consider bill to phase out plastic bags with fee
Illinois lawmakers are considering a bill that would charge shoppers a fee for carryout bags, with the goal of restricting the use of plastic bags over the next few years.
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) – The Oregon Senate re-passed a bill aiming to completely eliminate plastic bags at all checkouts from grocery stores and restaurants. After originally passing in March, Senate Bill 551 passed once again with a 22-8 vote on Tuesday, May 27. The new version of the bill comes…