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It Was the First State to Ban Plastic Bags

When you live in Hawaii, you have to respect the islands and the natural world around you. And while there's no doubt that Hawaiian people have embraced modern life and rely on grocery stores to stock up their pantries, they still want to stick to their natural roots. Because of this, Hawaii was the first state in the U.S. to ban plastic bags completely. This rule came into place in 2015, when Oahu replaced plastic bags with reusable ones instead.

Molly Solomon via Hawaii Public Radio

The rest of the Hawaiian islands have since followed suit, and it's fair to say that this has had a positive impact on the world around them. Plus, everyone loves a reusable bag!