The House Committee on Energy and Environment will be deliberating on bills to impose fees on plastic bags. 

It’s a big push this year by groups such as the Hawaii Sierra Club, and has support from top governmental officials. 

Civil Beat will be covering the hearing, so stay tuned.

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