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A key to protecting our oceans is cutting down on the plastic trash that ends up in the sea. Right now there is a measure in Sacramento to deter the use of plastic bags, and fund ocean cleanup.

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In 2007, we helped pass a number of laws to limit pollution and protect our ocean. Learn more about how California can take a leading role protecting the ocean for future generations. Read more.

Letter Dear Governor Schwarzenegger, On July 28th you and the two other Western Governors released a report on how to protect the ocean. One of the key recommendations in the report was reducing plastic pollution from plastic bags. AB 2058 (Brownely, Davis, Levine) would require large grocery stores and pharmacies to charge a 25 cent fee for plastic grocery bags, the proceeds of which would be used for local litter abatement, cleanup and prevention programs. This fee-based approach has encouraged shoppers to bring their own reusable bags and has reduced plastic bag consumption in Ireland by over 90%. Please support this bill and continue your great work on reducing pollution from the ocean.
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