There never was nor is there now a plastic bag litter problem.  This is a leftist feel good ban that punishes consumers and does nothing for the environment.  Go outside or drive around you will not see any plastic bags, never has been.  You will see plenty of cigarette butts and drink cups from 7/11 and taco bell.  If there really is a problem with landfill plastic, ban Huggie diapers, they last a thousand years.