May 13,09
Lawmakers in Connecticut are considering a tax on plastic shopping bags. 5 cents would be charged in hopes that it wil encourage people to use reusable bags and provide revenue for the state. However, critics argue that the new tax will not defer people from using plastic bags and it wil be more effective to implements rewards rather than taxes in this economy.Retailers in Connecticut are split in support of the tax.
Although a tax would help the government earn money, it might not be very effective in helping hte environment. Even if people stop using plastic bags, they will probably ask for paper bags. I also think a reward system would be more suitable because people would like to earn money for helping the environment admist the recession. But, the question is, where would the money come from? A very interesting article that makes you think.
http://www.nytimes.com/2009/05/17/nyregion/connecticut/17bagsct.html?_r=1
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I think if you "hide" the cost, people won't even notice...this may also encourage people to use sacs/reuse old bags. Great job CT!
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