The plastics industry is not happy with California. But its efforts to do so have created a headache for the fossil fuel industry and plastic manufacturers. In December, a Republican congressman from Texas introduced a bill designed to preempt states — in particular, California — from imposing their own truth-in-labeling or recycling laws. “Not anymore.”Climate & Environment Very little plastic being recycled in California as state efforts falter California has hailed itself as a leader in single-use plastic reduction and legislation. Plastic and packaging companies and trade organizations such as Ameripen, Keurig, Dr Pepper, the Biodegradable Plastics Industry and the Plastics Industry Assn.

Source: Los Angeles Times January 17, 2026 23:00 UTC