03 • 19 • 2018
Let Florida's Cities and Counties Regulate Plastic Cutlery & Straws!
Florida chapters helped block a state bill from including sneaky language that would prohibit local cities and counties from regulating plastic straws and utensils!
SB 1776 has nothing to do with plastics- in fact, it relates to vegetable gardens. As it was being debated on the Senate floor before final passage, Senator Bradley introduced an amendment to stop local cities and counties from regulating plastic straws or utensils. This amendment would mean local governments in Florida would no longer be allowed to pass local plastic straw bans. Thankfully, Surfrider members from across the state contacted their legislators in opposition and the amendment was withdrawn! Great work, all!