The New York City Council passed legislation today that would require stores in the city to charge five cents for a single-use bag — a big win for the environment.
NYC to require 5¢ charge for single-use shopping bags
NYC considering bag fee
The New York City Council is considering a bill that would require most stores to charge customers 10¢ per disposable bag in an effort to reduce the amount of waste the city produces.
New York City’s plastic-bag addiction
I knew New York City had a problem with plastic bags. But a recent run to the grocery store showed me just how serious the problem is.
Dustin Tyler Joyce 