Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo has announced a statewide education and outreach campaign to ensure that New Yorkers are aware of the March 1 ban on single-use
plastic bags. The Bring Your Own Bag NY campaign, spearheaded by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation, includes TV and radio
advertisements, social media, Google Ads, and events hosted by Feeding New York State food banks across the state.
As part of this effort, DEC is distributing more than 270,000 reusable bags with a focus on low- and moderate-income communities. DEC will continue to focus its outreach and education efforts to ensure a smooth transition for consumers and affected retailers, with enforcement to follow in the months ahead.
– By Michael Baldwin
