NYC approves 5¢ fee on plastic bags

We have had our state charging for most plastic and paper bags in grocery stores for over a year now. Some stores give thicker bags at no cost and those are ok because they’re “reusable.” All other establishments can and do still provide bags, including 2+ bags that the morning newspaper is in EVERY day! I save the bags and donate them to friends who own dogs for them to use when the walk their beloved pets.