Oregon is the third state to pass statewide legislation banning single-use carryout plastic bags. Through the strong support of an alliance of business, environmental and waste-management professionals, Oregon’s Sustainable Shopping Initiative (House Bill 2509) passed the Senate on 6/11/2019 and as of today is headed to the Governor’s office for signing. With the inclusion of … Continue reading Oregon Passes Most Comprehensive Plastic Bag Ban in the Country