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.
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
No, production of biodegradable plastic endangers the World's food supply
Yes, and ban all single-use plastic
@8G9PHGY4yrs4Y
No, because disposable things such as plastic straws are useful for people with specific allergies, sensory issues, or are disabled
@9843S4S2yrs2Y
No, not until better alternatives are developed
@8G9TLQY4yrs4Y
@8G8JFDJ4yrs4Y
Not entirely, as plastic straws are a lifesaver for many disabled people, but nonbiodegradable cups should be banned
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