Statewide plastic-bag ban takes effect Friday

  During the 2020 legislative session, the Washington Legislature passed a statewide ban on single-use plastic bags in an effort to reduce plastic pollution, litter and waste.   According to the state Department of Ecology, when the law takes effect, it will:   • Prohibit single-use plastic carryout bags in all retail and grocery stores, restaurants, takeout establishments,…

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