PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) - Rhode Island Gov. Gina Raimondo has signed an executive order aimed at reducing plastic pollution.
The Democratic signed the order Monday at Scarborough State Beach in Narragansett.
The “tackling plastics” order establishes a task force to recommend the best ways to avoid unnecessary use of disposables, prevent waste and increase recycling.
Raimondo says the state must commit to a more sustainable future and reduce reliance on single-use plastics that often end up in Rhode Island’s waters.
The order targets single-use shopping bags, single-use beverage containers, six-pack rings, straws and balloons.
Raimondo says the task force is a way for all stakeholders, including environmental advocates, industry, businesses, municipalities, lawmakers and state agencies, to collaborate on sustainable solutions.
She’ll appoint the members this summer, who will provide recommendations early next year.
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