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Mexico City lawmakers have passed a ban on plastic bags, straws, utensils and other disposable plastic items that's scheduled to take effect at the end of 2020. This gives businesses in the Capital City more than a year to make the switch to biodegradable products.

Mexico City Lawmakers Pass Ban on Disposable Plastic Items

Mexico City Lawmakers Pass Ban on Disposable Plastics

Mexico City to Ban Plastics in Dec. 2020

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Associated Press

May 13, 2019

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<p><i>Mexico City</i> - Mexico City lawmakers have passed a ban on plastic bags, utensils and other disposable plastic items to take effect at the end of 2020.</p>

<p>The city of more than 9 million residents - with another 11 million in surrounding areas - is known for a vibrant street food and carry-out culture. It would give businesses more than a year to make the switch to biodegradable products.</p><p>The ban on plastic bags would take effect in December 2020, followed by straws, utensils, balloons and other single-use items in January 2021.</p><p>Lawmakers say the measure is necessary to move businesses toward more environmentally friendly products and reduce the amount of waste the city generates.</p><p>A statement made last week by the city's congress did not mention what penalties could be applied for noncompliance.</p><i>Source: <a href="http://www.startribune.com/mexico-city-passes-ban-on-plastic-bags-utensils/509716922/" target="_blank">Star Tribune</a></i>