by David Krough and AP
Posted on February 1, 2010 at 11:56 AM
SALEM, Ore. — A plan to get plastic bags out of Oregon grocery stores could get the attention of lawmakers this session.
Senator Mark Hass (D-Beaverton) drafted a bill banning plastic grocery bags. SB 1009 would allow stores to offer only paper and reusable bags for customers. Read the bill (PDF)
Senate President Peter Courtney said Monday the Legislature would not address the bill in a February special session, but changed his ind Tuesday and said he was open to the idea — if lawmakers and industry representatives can find common ground.
A hearing was scheduled for Tuesday afternoon.
(To share your opinion on the plastic bag issue, vote in the poll at right.)
Both house and senate have given themselves until the end of the month to finish the special session then go home.
To read the story click here.
