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    Which Way, L.A.?

    Is it the End of the Line for Paper or Plastic?

    Disposable plastic bags are a risk to oceans, lakes, local economies and the quality of life for millions of people. That’s the argument between AB 2829 by LA Assemblyman Mike Davis. The Natural Resource Committee was scheduled to vote today on a bill to charge 25% a bag for shoppers choosing plastic at big grocery stores and pharmacies.

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    By Warren Olney • May 12, 2014 • 1 min read

    Disposable plastic bags are a risk to oceans, lakes, local economies and the quality of life for millions of people. That’s the argument between AB 2829 by LA Assemblyman Mike Davis. The Natural Resource Committee was scheduled to vote today on a bill to charge 25% a bag for shoppers choosing plastic at big grocery stores and pharmacies. The LA County Supervisors support it, and so does the environmental group Heal the Bay.

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    Will California Crack Down on Plastic Bags?
    1. 1:05Is it the End of the Line for Paper or Plastic? You’re reading this
    2. 12:20L.A. County’s Health Director Steps Down
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      Warren Olney

      former KCRW broadcaster

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      Katie Cooper

      Producer, 'One year Later'

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      Karen Radziner

      Managing Producer, To the Point & Which Way LA?

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      Kirsten James

      Water Quality Director, Heal the Bay

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      Sharon Kneiss

      Vice President, Products Division, American Chemistry Council

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    Will California Crack Down on Plastic Bags?
    1. 1:05Is it the End of the Line for Paper or Plastic? You’re reading this
    2. 12:20L.A. County’s Health Director Steps Down
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