The ban on thin, single-use plastic bags in California was implemented in 2016. Now, a new push is being made by California for another plastic bag ban.
This latest legislation aims to address the issue of thicker multi-use bags. Although these bags are sturdier and can be reused multiple times, they are often still discarded after just one use. This contributes to the plastic pollution problem that the state is trying to combat. According to the bill, the ban on these thicker bags is necessary to further reduce plastic waste. Legislators of the bill argue that by banning their use, people will be encouraged to adopt more sustainable alternatives such as reusable bags made of fabric or other environmentally friendly materials. This shift towards reusable bags would significantly reduce the amount of plastic pollution generated by California’s grocery stores.