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Virginia Beach Considers 5-Cent Fee on Plastic Bags

11/13/2025

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Environmentalists in Virginia Beach propose a five-cent fee on single-use plastic bags to reduce pollution.
Dylan Mason of Lynnhaven River Now emphasizes action to curb plastic bags harming wildlife and waterways and cites an implementation plan.
If approved, the fee would fund environmental education and provide reusable bags to low-income residents.
Currently, reusable bags are distributed at local food banks through Lynnhaven River Now's initiative.

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Environmentalists in Virginia Beach propose a five-cent fee on single-use plastic bags to reduce pollution.
Dylan Mason of Lynnhaven River Now emphasizes action to curb plastic bags harming wildlife and waterways and cites an implementation plan.
If approved, the fee would fund environmental education and provide reusable bags to low-income residents.
Currently, reusable bags are distributed at local food banks through Lynnhaven River Now's initiative.