17 states and trade group sue California over plastics packaging law

17 states and trade group sue California over plastics packaging law

A coalition of 17 states and a trade association have joined forces to challenge California's ambitious recycling law targeting plastic waste reduction. The lawsuit argues that the state's stringent regulations overstep federal authority and could disrupt nationwide recycling efforts. This legal battle underscores the broader tension between state-level environmental initiatives and federal oversight, reflecting a larger debate over the role of states in environmental regulation.

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