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Washington State Passes Recycling Law

Household and personal care products will require more recycling content.

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By: TOM BRANNA

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Last week, Washington Governor Jay Inslee signed a comprehensive recycling bill into law. Specifically, SB 5022 is going to change four things for Washingtonians: One, no more forever-foam, packing peanuts, clamshell takeout boxes or disposable coolers. Two, utensils, straws, condiments and cold beverage lids are going to be available by request only. Three, no more triangle-arrow logo on plastic containers. Four, many of the plastic items at the grocery store will need to contain a certain amou...

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