A law banning the production and use of plastic bags in Ivory Coast is set to take effect from November 23. (scientificamerican.com)
The five - cent fee is intended to encourage shoppers to bring reusable bags to stores in an effort to reduce use of plastic bags, which opponents say litter roadsides and waterways, and gum up recycling machines. (newsday.com)
As to that veto request, Farley acknowledged that Ducey has signed every bill sent to him this session to preempt local options, including voiding laws limiting use of plastic bags, regulating short - term vacation rentals and requiring employers to offer paid sick leave. (azcapitoltimes.com)