OLYMPIA — Lawmakers in both the state Senate and the House of Representatives are seeking to enact what would be the nation's first statewide ban of plastic grocery and retail bags.
Previous attempts to ban the thin-film plastic bags statewide have failed, but backers say recent bans approved by cities could give the issue more momentum.
In Washington, the city of Edmonds was the first to adopt a ban, in 2009. It was joined by Bellingham last July, and Seattle and Mukilteo approved bans last month.
Senate Bill 5780 and House Bill 1877 are similar. Both bills would allow plastic bags for fresh meat, fruits, vegetables, nuts or other bulk items, dairy products, ice and cooked foods.
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