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Rapozo said he is planning to introduce an amendment that would exempt food service establishments from the plastic bag ban.
On Maui, most of the merchants are providing paper or reusable bags, and people are adjusting to the change, said Councilman Michael Victorino.
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The Big Island County Council is considering a plastic bag ban that would give businesses a one year grace period.
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