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.  

State Laws

Adopted Laws

Note:  Plastic bag recycling laws like this require certain grocery stores to accept used plastic bags for recycling. These laws are less viable and usually supported by the industry.