Local Ordinances

DISCLAIMER:  This is NOT intended to be a complete list of bag laws and will not be updated. For a comprehensive list of bag laws in the U.S., we find that Californians Against Waste's List National List is generally well-maintained.  

• County of Kaua'i

  • ordinance, adopted 10/12/09
    • ban on all  non-compostable plastic bags
    • applies to ALL businesses
    • purpose is to encourage customers to bring their own reusable bags when shopping
    • does not prevent the retail establishment from providing recyclable bags for sale

• County of Maui

  • ordinance, adopted 8/25/08
    • ban on all plastic bags
    • implementation scheduled for 1/11/11
  • final regulations, issued 10/7/10