Seattle’s Ban On Plastic Straws And Utensils Now In Effect

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SEATTLE (AP) – Looking for a straw to sip your soda? It’s no longer allowed in Seattle bars and restaurants.
Neither are plastic utensils in a push to reduce marine plastic pollution. Businesses that sell food or drinks won’t be allowed to offer the plastic items under a rule that went into effect Sunday.
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The Seattle Times reports that it’s believed to be the first major U.S. city to ban si