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Proposed Reusable Bag Policy

WHAT?

The City of Los Angeles is proposing to implement a Reusable Bag Policy to prohibit the distribution of single-use plastic and paper shopping bags in supermarkets and retail stores.

Additional Information

Fact Sheet

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Fact Sheet - Reusable Bag: Wash and Reuse!
Visual Aids
Informational Presentation

WHY?

Quality of life requires consumer responsibility.

HOW?

Stores will only offer or sell reusable bags to customers.

Customers will be encouraged to use their own reusable bags.

WHEN?

The effective date of the Reusable Bag Policy has not been determined.
Click here to see the City Council Policy on Single-Use Carryout Bags.

As a covered entity under TitleII of the American Disabilities Act, the City of Los Angeles does not discriminate on the basis of disability and, upon request, will provide reasonable accomodations to ensure equal access to its programs, services, and activities.