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*Statewide Legistlation Bainbridge Island Bellingham Bremerton Burien Edmonds Ellensburg Everett Friday Harbor Gig Harbor Issaquah Kenmore Kent Kirkland Kitsap County La Conner Lacey Mercer Island Mukilteo North Bend Olympia Port Angeles Port Orchard Port Townsend Quil Ceda Village San Juan County Seattle Shoreline Snohomish Tacoma Thurston County Unincorporated Tumwater
| *Statewide Legistlation |
| Status Approved |
| Enforcement Date 10/1/21 (7/1/21 (originally set to go in effect on 1/1/21. The WA Governor postponed it until the COVID-19 state of emergency declaration has been lifted. As of 6/23/21, it has not gone into effect yet) NOW PUSHED FARTHER BACK) |
| Stores Affected All business establishments |
| Paper Bag Requirements Contain a minimum of forty percent postconsumer recycled materials;28 29 (ii) Be capable of composting, consistent with the timeline and 30 specifications of the entire American society of testing materials 31 D6868 and associated test methods that must be met, as it existed as of January 1, 2020; |
| Paper Bag Printing Requirements Display in print on the exterior of the paper bag the minimum percentage of postconsumer content. |
| Fee Per Paper Bag $0.08 |
| Later Fee Increase $0.12 |
| Reusable Bag Requirements a carryout bag made of cloth or other durable material with handles that is specifically designed and manufactured for long-term multiple reuse; Have a minimum lifetime of one hundred twenty-five uses, which for purposes of this subsection means the capacity to carry a minimum of twenty-two pounds one hundred twenty-five times over a distance of at least one hundred seventy-five feet; (ii) Be machine washable or made from a durable material that may be cleaned or disinfected; and (iii) If made o |
| Reusable Bag Printing Requirements Display in print on the exterior of the plastic bag the 8 minimum percentage of postconsumer recycled content, the mil thickness, and that the bag is reusable; |
| Additional Information STORES AFFECTED: Cuts Clothing; Gabriel Cosmetics; Imperial Motion; International News; Rudy's Barbershop; The Filth & The Fury, Wayward Collective; ZUMIEZ #002, 003, 004, 005, 008, 011, 012, 014, 015, 017, 018, 021, 024, 039, 041, 144, 165, 242, 324, 707, 714; VOLCOM #7 & 8; STANCE SEATTLE Beginning January 1, 2026, a reusable carryout bag made of film plastic with a thickness of less than four mils. Beginning January 1, 2026, a retail establishment must collect a pass-through charge of twelve cents for reusable carryout bags made of film plastic and eight cents for recycled content paper carryout bags |
| Updated as of 7/27/2021 |
| Bainbridge Island |
| Status Approved |
| Enforcement Date 11/1/2012 |
| Stores Affected All Stores Exempt: Bags for take-out foods |
| Paper Bag Requirements Paper bag must have a manufacturer's stated capacity of one-eighth barrel (882 cubic inches) or larger, 40% minimum post-consumer recycled materials |
| Paper Bag Printing Requirements Displays the minimum percent of post-consumer content on the outside of the bag. |
| Fee Per Paper Bag $0.05 |
| Later Fee Increase None Specified |
| Reusable Bag Requirements A bag with handles that is specially designed and manufactured for multiple reuse and is (1) made of cloth or fabric and /or (2) made of durable plastic that is at least 2.25 mil thick. |
| Reusable Bag Printing Requirements None specified |
| Additional Information N/A |
| Updated as of 10/4/12 |
| Bellingham |
| Status Approved |
| Enforcement Date 8/1/2012 |
| Stores Affected All Stores excluding Restaurants |
| Paper Bag Requirements Minimum 40% Post-Consumer Recycled Content, an 8 pound or smaller recycled paper bag shall contain a minimum of 20 % post-consumer recycled material; Must be accepted in curbside programs: Capable of composting, consistent with ASTM specifications |
| Paper Bag Printing Requirements Displays the minimum percent of post-consumer content on the outside of the bag. |
| Fee Per Paper Bag $0.05 |
| Later Fee Increase |
| Reusable Bag Requirements A bag with handles that is specifically designed and manufactured for multiple uses; minimum lifetime of 125 or more uses carrying 22 or more pounds over a distance of at least 175 feet, made of cloth or other machine washable fabric, Or made of other durable material including plastic at least 2.25 thick. |
| Reusable Bag Printing Requirements None specified |
| Additional Information N/A |
| Updated as of 10/4/12 |
| Bremerton |
| Status Approved |
| Enforcement Date 1/1/2020 |
| Stores Affected All business establishments |
| Paper Bag Requirements 1) Has a material weight of larger than eight-pounds and contains an average of40% postconsumer recycled materials; 2) Is accepted for recycling in curbside programs in a majority of households that have access to curbside recycling programs in the City; 3) Is capable of composting in a commercial composting facility; |
| Paper Bag Printing Requirements Is clearly labeled with the minimum percentage of postconsumer content. |
| Fee Per Paper Bag $0.08 |
| Later Fee Increase None Specified |
| Reusable Bag Requirements a bag made of cloth or other material with handles that is specifically designed and manufactured for long term multiple reuse and meets all of the following requirements: 1) Has a minimum lifetime of 125 uses, which for purposes of this subsection, means the capacity of carrying a minimum of 22 pounds 125 times over a distance of at least 175 feet, 2) Is machine washable or made from a material that can be cleaned or disinfected, and 3) If made of film plastic, is a minimum of at least 2.25 mils thick. |
| Reusable Bag Printing Requirements None specified |
| Additional Information N/A |
| Updated as of 7/16/2019 |
| Burien |
| Status Approved |
| Enforcement Date 10/1/2021 |
| Stores Affected All business establishments |
| Paper Bag Requirements ?(1)?contains no old growth fiber; (2) contains a minimum of 40% postconsumer recycled materials; (3) is accepted for recycling in curbside programs in a majority of households that have access to curbside recycling programs in the City; (4) is capable of composting consistent with the timeline and specifications of the ASTM Standard D6400 |
| Paper Bag Printing Requirements (5)?displays the minimum percentage of postconsumer content manufacturer and the word ?recyclable? on the outside of the bag. |
| Fee Per Paper Bag $0.10 |
| Later Fee Increase None Specified |
| Reusable Bag Requirements a bag with handles that is specifically designed and manufactured for at least 125 uses and is capable of carrying 22 pounds 175 feet and is made of cloth or other machine washable fabric. |
| Reusable Bag Printing Requirements None specified |
| Additional Information Pushed back from 1/1/2020 |
| Updated as of 8/31/2021 |
| Edmonds |
| Status Approved |
| Enforcement Date 7/1/2009 |
| Stores Affected All Retail Stores excluding Restaurants |
| Paper Bag Requirements Contains no old growth fiber, 100% recyclable, contains a minimum of 40% post-consumer recycled content |
| Paper Bag Printing Requirements Displays "Recyclable" on outside of bag. |
| Fee Per Paper Bag |
| Later Fee Increase |
| Reusable Bag Requirements A bag with handles that is specially designed and manufactured for multiple reuse and is (1) made of cloth or fabric and /or (2) made of durable plastic that is at least 2.25 mil thick. |
| Reusable Bag Printing Requirements None specified |
| Additional Information N/A |
| Updated as of 10/4/12 |
| Ellensburg |
| Status Approved |
| Enforcement Date 1/1/2018 |
| Stores Affected All retail establishments |
| Paper Bag Requirements Contains a minimum of 40% post-consumer recycled content and is 100% recyclable |
| Paper Bag Printing Requirements Displays the minimum percent of post-consumer content on the outside of the bag |
| Fee Per Paper Bag $0.05 |
| Later Fee Increase N/A |
| Reusable Bag Requirements a bag that is washable, whether by machine or hand; and if made from plastic, is a minimum of 2.25 mil thick |
| Reusable Bag Printing Requirements N/A |
| Additional Information $0.05 charge is for paper or plastic. Stores keep revenue, bag charge must be on customer receipts and is a taxable purchase; signage required |
| Updated as of 1/16/2018 |
| Everett |
| Status Approved |
| Enforcement Date 9/30/2019 |
| Stores Affected All business establishments |
| Paper Bag Requirements Contains an average of 40% postconsumer recycled materials; Is accepted for recycling in curbside programs in a majority of households that have access to curbside recycling programs in the City; Is capable of composting, consistent with the timeline and specifications of the American Society of Testing and Material (ASTM) Standard D6400 |
| Paper Bag Printing Requirements Printed on the recyclable paper carryout bag is the minimum percentage of postconsumer content. |
| Fee Per Paper Bag $0.05 |
| Later Fee Increase N/A |
| Reusable Bag Requirements a bag made of cloth or other material with handles that is specifically designed and manufactured for long term multiple reuse and meets all of the following requirements: 1. Has a minimum lifetime of 125 uses, which for purposes of this subsection, means the capacity of carrying a minimum of 22 pounds 125 times over a distance of at least 175 feet, 2. Is machine washable or made from a material that can be cleaned or disinfected, and 3. If made of film plastic, in a minimum of at least 2.25 mils thick. |
| Reusable Bag Printing Requirements N/A |
| Additional Information |
| Updated as of 1/30/2019 |
| Friday Harbor |
| Status Approved |
| Enforcement Date 5/1/2017 |
| Stores Affected All retail establisments |
| Paper Bag Requirements bag contains a minimum of 40 percent post consumer recycled material; an eight-pound capacity or smaller bag contians a minimum of 20 percent postconsumer recycled materials; bag is recyclable |
| Paper Bag Printing Requirements printed on paper carryout bag is the minim percentage of postconsumer content |
| Fee Per Paper Bag None Specified |
| Later Fee Increase None Specified |
| Reusable Bag Requirements bag with handles that is designed and manufactured for multiple reuse and is either made of cloth or other machine washable fabric, or made of durable plastic that is at least 2.25 mils thick |
| Reusable Bag Printing Requirements None Specified |
| Additional Information |
| Updated as of 9/21/2021 |
| Gig Harbor |
| Status Approved |
| Enforcement Date 6/18/2019 |
| Stores Affected All business establishments |
| Paper Bag Requirements 40 percent postconsumer recycled paper |
| Paper Bag Printing Requirements None specified |
| Fee Per Paper Bag may collect a pass-through charge, up to the cost of the bag for each recycled paper bag requested by customers. |
| Later Fee Increase N/A |
| Reusable Bag Requirements must be designed for long-term multiple reuse, have handles, and must be at least 2.25 mils thick if made of film plastic. |
| Reusable Bag Printing Requirements None specified |
| Additional Information http://www.cityofgigharbor.net/DocumentCenter/View/2190/Bring-Your-Own-Bag?bidId= |
| Updated as of 7/16/2019 |
| Issaquah |
| Status Approved |
| Enforcement Date 7/1/2013 |
| Stores Affected All retail establishments |
| Paper Bag Requirements Minimum 20% Post-Consumer Recycled Content and must be accepted for the city's recycling and composting program |
| Paper Bag Printing Requirements Displays the minimum percent of post-consumer content on the outside of the bag. |
| Fee Per Paper Bag $0.05 |
| Later Fee Increase None Specified |
| Reusable Bag Requirements A bag with handles that is specifically designed and manufactured for multiple uses; minimum lifetime of 125 or more uses carrying 22 or more pounds over a distance of at least 175 feet, made of cloth or other machine washable fabric, Or made of other durable material including plastic at least 2.25 thick. |
| Reusable Bag Printing Requirements None specified |
| Additional Information Additional information (external link) |
| Updated as of 10/4/12 |
| Kenmore |
| Status Approved |
| Enforcement Date 1/1/2019 |
| Stores Affected All business establishment |
| Paper Bag Requirements None Specified |
| Paper Bag Printing Requirements None Specified |
| Fee Per Paper Bag $0.05 |
| Later Fee Increase None Specified |
| Reusable Bag Requirements None Specified |
| Reusable Bag Printing Requirements None Specified |
| Additional Information SINGLE USE PLASTIC CARRYOUT BAG BAN |
| Updated as of 9/21/2021 |
| Kent |
| Status Approved |
| Enforcement Date 3/1/2020 |
| Stores Affected |
| Paper Bag Requirements |
| Paper Bag Printing Requirements |
| Fee Per Paper Bag $0.08 |
| Later Fee Increase |
| Reusable Bag Requirements |
| Reusable Bag Printing Requirements |
| Additional Information find ordinance |
| Updated as of 9/5/2019 |
| Kirkland |
| Status Approved |
| Enforcement Date 3/1/2016 |
| Stores Affected All retail establishments |
| Paper Bag Requirements (1) contains a minimum average of 40 percent post-consumer recycled materials; (2) the paper carryout bag is accepted for recycling in the City’s recycling and composting program; |
| Paper Bag Printing Requirements displays the minimum percent of post-consumer content on the outside of the bag. |
| Fee Per Paper Bag N/A |
| Later Fee Increase N/A |
| Reusable Bag Requirements a bag made of cloth, fabric or other material with handles that is specifically designed and manufactured for long- term multiple reuse and meets all of the following requirements: 1. Has a minimum lifetime of 125 uses, which, for the purposes of this section, means the capability of loading, carrying and unloading a minimum of 22 pounds over a distance of at least 175 feet a minimum of 125 times; and is machine washable |
| Reusable Bag Printing Requirements N/A |
| Additional Information |
| Updated as of 4/20/2015 |
| Kitsap County |
| Status Approved |
| Enforcement Date 1/1/2020 |
| Stores Affected All business establishments |
| Paper Bag Requirements made of at least 40% recycled paper |
| Paper Bag Printing Requirements Must say "compostable" if compostable. |
| Fee Per Paper Bag $0.08 |
| Later Fee Increase None Specified |
| Reusable Bag Requirements Must be more than 2.25 mils thick to be reusable |
| Reusable Bag Printing Requirements None Specified |
| Additional Information Bainbridge Island, Bangor Base CDP, Bethel, Bremerton, Burley, Chico, East Port Orchard, Enetai, Erlands-Point-Kitsap Lake, Gorst, Hansville, Indianola, Keyport, Kingston, Lofall, Manchester, Navy Yard City, Parkwood, Port Gample Tribal Community CDP, Port Orchard, Poulsbo, Rocky Point, Seabeck, Silverdale, Southworth, Suquamish, Tracyton |
| Updated as of 8/19/2019 |
| La Conner |
| Status Approved |
| Enforcement Date 8/1/2018 |
| Stores Affected All business establishments |
| Paper Bag Requirements None Specified |
| Paper Bag Printing Requirements None Specified |
| Fee Per Paper Bag None Specified |
| Later Fee Increase None Specified |
| Reusable Bag Requirements None Specified |
| Reusable Bag Printing Requirements None Specified |
| Additional Information disposable plastic carryout bag ban |
| Updated as of 9/21/2021 |
| Lacey |
| Status Approved |
| Enforcement Date 7/1/2014 |
| Stores Affected All retail establishments |
| Paper Bag Requirements Contains 40% recycled materials |
| Paper Bag Printing Requirements Displays percent of recycled content outside of bag |
| Fee Per Paper Bag $0.05 |
| Later Fee Increase N/A |
| Reusable Bag Requirements Minimum 2.25 mil |
| Reusable Bag Printing Requirements N/A |
| Additional Information N/A |
| Updated as of 4/30/2014 |
| Mercer Island |
| Status Approved |
| Enforcement Date 4/22/2014 |
| Stores Affected Retail, Grocery, Restaurants Not Affected: Prepared take out food |
| Paper Bag Requirements Has manufacturer?s stated capacity of one-eighth barrel (882 cubic inches) or larger. Contains a minimum of 40% recycled materials. |
| Paper Bag Printing Requirements Displays the percent of recycled content on the outside of the bag. |
| Fee Per Paper Bag N/A |
| Later Fee Increase N/A |
| Reusable Bag Requirements N/A |
| Reusable Bag Printing Requirements N/A |
| Additional Information No retail establishment in the city shall provide a single-use plastic carryout bag to any customer. |
| Updated as of 8/14/2014 |
| Mukilteo |
| Status Approved |
| Enforcement Date 1/1/2013 |
| Stores Affected All retail establishments |
| Paper Bag Requirements made of paper or other renewable product that does not contain any old growth fiber, is 100% recyclable and contains a minimum of 20% post-consumer recycle content or is compostable in a green bin |
| Paper Bag Printing Requirements None Specified |
| Fee Per Paper Bag None Specified |
| Later Fee Increase None Specified |
| Reusable Bag Requirements Reusable bags made of cloth or other machine washable fabric or of durable plastic that is at least 2.5 mils thick and is suitable for reuse |
| Reusable Bag Printing Requirements NA |
| Additional Information Additional information (external link) |
| Updated as of 10/4/12 |
| North Bend |
| Status Approved |
| Enforcement Date 7/1/2019 |
| Stores Affected All business establishments |
| Paper Bag Requirements (1) contains a minimum average of 40 percent postconsumer recycled materials, (2) the paper carryout bag is accepted for recycling in the City’s recycling and composting program |
| Paper Bag Printing Requirements displays the minimum percent of post-consumer content on the outside of the bag. |
| Fee Per Paper Bag $0.05 |
| Later Fee Increase N/A |
| Reusable Bag Requirements a bag made of cloth, fabric or other material with handles that is specifically designed and manufactured for long-term multiple reuse and meets all of the following requirements: 1. Has a minimum lifetime of 125 uses, which, for the purposes of this section, means the capability of loading, carrying and unloading a minimum of 22 pounds over a distance of at least 175 feet a minimum of 125 times; 2. Is washable, whether by machine or hand; 3. If made of plastic, meets all of the requirements above and is a minimum of 2.25 mils thick. |
| Reusable Bag Printing Requirements N/A |
| Additional Information |
| Updated as of 1/30/2019 |
| Olympia |
| Status Approved |
| Enforcement Date 7/1/2014 |
| Stores Affected All retail establishments |
| Paper Bag Requirements N/A |
| Paper Bag Printing Requirements N/A |
| Fee Per Paper Bag Not Specified |
| Later Fee Increase N/A |
| Reusable Bag Requirements No less than 2.25 mil thick bags |
| Reusable Bag Printing Requirements N/A |
| Additional Information City council approves Thurston county ban on plastic bags in grocery stores and small fee on paper bags. Thurston County aims to have ordinances in place January 2014 with implementation in July 2014. |
| Updated as of 4/20/2015 |
| Port Angeles |
| Status Approved |
| Enforcement Date 7/3/2018 |
| Stores Affected All business establishments |
| Paper Bag Requirements Contains an average of 40 percent postconsumer recycled materials if larger than an eight-pound, or 20 percent post-consumer recycled material if an eight-pound or smaller, and is either accepted for recycling in curbside programs or is capable of composting |
| Paper Bag Printing Requirements The minimum percentage of post-consumer content is printed on the bag |
| Fee Per Paper Bag $0.05 |
| Later Fee Increase N/A |
| Reusable Bag Requirements Minimum 2.25 mil if plastic |
| Reusable Bag Printing Requirements N/A |
| Additional Information N/A |
| Updated as of 4/17/2018 |
| Port Orchard |
| Status Approved |
| Enforcement Date 1/1/2020 |
| Stores Affected All business establishments |
| Paper Bag Requirements 1) Has a material weight of larger than eight-pounds and contains an average of 40% postconsumer recycled materials; 2) Is accepted for recycling in curbside programs in a majority of households that have access to curbside recycling programs in the City; 3) Is capable of composting in a commercial composting facility; |
| Paper Bag Printing Requirements Is clearly labeled with the minimum percentage of postconsumer content. |
| Fee Per Paper Bag $0.08 |
| Later Fee Increase None Specified |
| Reusable Bag Requirements a bag made of cloth or other material with handles that is specifically designed and manufactured for long term multiple reuse and meets all of the following requirements: 1) Has a minimum lifetime of 125 uses, which for purposes of this subsection, means the capacity of carrying a minimum of 22 pounds 125 times over a distance of at least 175 feet, 2) Is machine washable or made from a material that can be cleaned or disinfected, and 3) If made of film plastic, is a minimum of at least 2.25 mils thick. |
| Reusable Bag Printing Requirements None specified |
| Additional Information |
| Updated as of 9/9/2019 |
| Port Townsend |
| Status Approved |
| Enforcement Date 11/1/2012 |
| Stores Affected Retail and Wholesale establishments, Restaurants |
| Paper Bag Requirements Manufacturer's stated capacity of 1/8 barrel (882 cubic inches) or larger, contains a minimum of 40% post-consumer recycled materials |
| Paper Bag Printing Requirements Displays the minimum percent of post-consumer content on the outside of the bag. |
| Fee Per Paper Bag $0.05 |
| Later Fee Increase None Specified |
| Reusable Bag Requirements None Specified |
| Reusable Bag Printing Requirements None Specified |
| Additional Information Additional information (external link) |
| Updated as of 10/4/12 |
| Quil Ceda Village |
| Status Approved |
| Enforcement Date 1/1/2018 |
| Stores Affected All retail establishments and restaurants |
| Paper Bag Requirements Contains a minimum average of 40% PCR material, the paper carryout is accepted for recycling |
| Paper Bag Printing Requirements Displays the minimum percent of post-consumer content on the outside of the bag. |
| Fee Per Paper Bag N/A |
| Later Fee Increase N/A |
| Reusable Bag Requirements Any bag with handles that is specifically designed and manufactured for multiple uses, minimum lifetime capacity of 125 or more uses, carry 22 or more pounds over a distance of at least 175 feet, has a minimum volume of 15 liters, made of cloth or other machine washable fabric, or made of other durable material including plastic at least 2.25 thick. |
| Reusable Bag Printing Requirements N/A |
| Additional Information Tulalip, WA falls under this ordinance |
| Updated as of 1/16/2018 |
| San Juan County |
| Status Approved |
| Enforcement Date 5/1/2017 |
| Stores Affected All retail establishments |
| Paper Bag Requirements 40% post consumer recycled materials |
| Paper Bag Printing Requirements Displays the minimum percent of post-consumer content on the outside of the bag. |
| Fee Per Paper Bag $0.05 |
| Later Fee Increase N/A |
| Reusable Bag Requirements "Reusable carryout bag" means any carryout bag that is made 33 of reusable machine-washable textile materials, or durable plastic 34 that is at least 2.25 mils thick and is specifically designed and manufactured for multiple reuse. |
| Reusable Bag Printing Requirements N/A |
| Additional Information Cities affected: Argyle, Beach Haven, Blakely Island, Crane Island, Decatur, Decatur Island, Deer Harbor, Doe Bay, Eastsound, Lopez Island, Olga, Orcas Village, Orcas Island, Port Stanley, Richardson, Roche Harbor, Rockland, Shaw Island, Thatcher, Waldron, West Beach |
| Updated as of 1/30/2017 |
| Seattle |
| Status Approved |
| Enforcement Date 7/1/2012 |
| Stores Affected All Retail Establishments, Restaurants (except take out food) |
| Paper Bag Requirements A paper carryout bag that has a manufacturer's stated capacity of one-eighth barrel (882 cubic inches) or larger and contains a minimum average of 40 percent post-consumer recycled materials |
| Paper Bag Printing Requirements Displays the minimum percent of post-consumer content on the outside of the bag. |
| Fee Per Paper Bag $0.05 |
| Later Fee Increase None Specified |
| Reusable Bag Requirements 2.25 Mil Minimum Thickness for Reusable Plastic Bag |
| Reusable Bag Printing Requirements None specified |
| Additional Information Additional information (external link) |
| Updated as of 10/4/12 |
| Shoreline |
| Status Approved |
| Enforcement Date 2/1/2014 |
| Stores Affected All Retail Establishments, Restaurants (except take out food) |
| Paper Bag Requirements N/A |
| Paper Bag Printing Requirements N/A |
| Fee Per Paper Bag $0.05 |
| Later Fee Increase N/A |
| Reusable Bag Requirements N/A |
| Reusable Bag Printing Requirements N/A |
| Additional Information City Council approves regulations on 4/29/2013 banning retailers from distributing plastic bags. As of 5/30/2013, citizen group working on overturning ban. |
| Updated as of 5/30/2013 |
| Snohomish |
| Status Approved |
| Enforcement Date 1/1/2020 |
| Stores Affected All business establishments |
| Paper Bag Requirements 40% PCR, accepted at curbside recycling, and capable of composting |
| Paper Bag Printing Requirements printed on the paper carryout bag is the minimum percentage of postconsumer content |
| Fee Per Paper Bag $0.10 |
| Later Fee Increase None Specified |
| Reusable Bag Requirements a bag made of cloth or other material with handles that is specifically designed and manufactured for long-term multiple reuse and meets all of the following requirements: 1.Has a minimum lifetime of one hundred twenty-five (125) uses, which for purposes of this subsection, means the capacity of carrying a minimum of twenty-two (22) pounds one hundred twenty-five (125) times over a distance of at least one hundred seventy-five (175) feet; 2.Is machine washable or made from a material that can be cleaned or disinfected; and 3.If made of film plastic, in a minimum of at least 2.25 mils thick. |
| Reusable Bag Printing Requirements N/A |
| Additional Information |
| Updated as of 5/31/2019 |
| Tacoma |
| Status Approved |
| Enforcement Date 7/19/2017 |
| Stores Affected All retail establishments |
| Paper Bag Requirements Contains an average of 40 percent postconsumer recycled materials; An eight-pound or smaller recycled paper bag shall contain a minimum of 20 percent postconsumer recycled material; is accepted for recycling in curbside programs; is capable of composting, consistent with the timeline and specifications of the American Society of Testing and Material (ASTM) Standard D6400 |
| Paper Bag Printing Requirements Printed on the paper carryout bag is the minimum percentage of postconsumer content |
| Fee Per Paper Bag $0.05 |
| Later Fee Increase N/A |
| Reusable Bag Requirements a bag made of cloth or other material with handles that is specifically designed and manufactured for long-term multiple reuse and meets all of the following requirements: 1. Is machine washable or made from a material that can be cleaned or disinfected, and 2. If made of film plastic, is a minimum of at least 2.25 mils thick |
| Reusable Bag Printing Requirements N/A |
| Additional Information N/A |
| Updated as of 7/14/2016 |
| Thurston County Unincorporated |
| Status Approved |
| Enforcement Date 7/1/2014 |
| Stores Affected All retailers |
| Paper Bag Requirements Contains 40% recycled materials |
| Paper Bag Printing Requirements Displays percent of recycled content outside of bag |
| Fee Per Paper Bag $0.05 |
| Later Fee Increase N/A |
| Reusable Bag Requirements Minimum 2.25 mil |
| Reusable Bag Printing Requirements N/A |
| Additional Information Bordeaux, Boston Harbor, Delphi, Kelly's Korner, Littlerock, Maytown, Mima, Puget, Tanglewilde, Thompson Place, Vail |
| Updated as of 4/30/2014 |
| Tumwater |
| Status Approved |
| Enforcement Date 7/1/2014 |
| Stores Affected All retail establishments |
| Paper Bag Requirements Contains 40% recycled materials |
| Paper Bag Printing Requirements Displays percent of recycled content outside of bag |
| Fee Per Paper Bag $0.05 |
| Later Fee Increase N/A |
| Reusable Bag Requirements Minimum 2.25 mil |
| Reusable Bag Printing Requirements N/A |
| Additional Information N/A |
| Updated as of 4/30/2014 |