Ventilators, Schmentilators… We Banned Plastic Bags

Bring Your Own Bag New York – #BYOBagNY

New York State Dept. of Environmental Conservation – On March 1, 2020, a new bag waste reduction law took effect in New York State – where over 23 billion plastic bags are typically used each year. Plastic bag usage affects both our communities and environment. Plastic bags can be seen stuck in trees, as litter in our neighborhoods, and floating in our waterways. From the significant recycling and disposal issues they pose to the harm they can do to wildlife, the negative impacts of plastic bags are easily seen.

Ooopsie!!! Enforcement of New York’s plastic bag ban postponed due to coronavirus

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