In 2016, France became the first country to ban the sale of plastic disposable products that contain less than 50% of biodegradable material and in 2017, India passed a law banning all plastic disposable plastic products. In the U.S. the states of California, Connecticut, Colorado Delaware, Hawaii, Maine, New Jersey, New York, Oregon and Vermont have banned disposable bags.
52% Yes |
48% No |
49% Yes |
30% No |
3% Yes, and ban all disposable products that are not made of at least 75% of biodegradable material |
9% No, but increase tax incentives for companies that make biodegradable products |
8% No, increase consumer incentives to recycle these products instead |
See how support for each position on “Plastic Product Ban” has changed over time for 2.1m America voters.
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See how importance of “Plastic Product Ban” has changed over time for 2.1m America voters.
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Unique answers from America users whose views extended beyond the provided choices.
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No, production of biodegradable plastic endangers the World's food supply
Yes, and ban all single-use plastic
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No, because disposable things such as plastic straws are useful for people with specific allergies, sensory issues, or are disabled
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No I think the companys making anything with less than 75% of biodegradable plastics should be in charge of cleaning the oceans and trash around their city
@9843S4S1yr1Y
No, not until better alternatives are developed
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