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Feb 18, 2009 12:39 pm US/Eastern

West Bridgewater Proposes Grocery Bag Tax

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David Robichaud
BOSTON (WBZ) ― Grocery clerks in one local town are hoping they won't have to ask that question "paper or plastic?"

The goal is for shoppers to bring their own reusable bags when they buy food, something a lot of us do already. But in West Bridgewater they're hoping if people aren't motivated by saving the environment, maybe the "T" word will get them. 

The Brockton Enterprise reports selectmen in West Bridgewater are seeking permission to assess a 5 cent tax on supermarket grocery bags, paper and plastic.

Those selectmen voted two-to-one in favor of writing a letter to the state legislature asking for approval of the local measure.

Proponents say the revenues would be used to offset the town's costs for running landfills and recycling programs. Plus, they say the supermarkets would save money by not having to buy as many bags.

One opponent told the Enterprise the timing is wrong because food prices are very high and many families are already struggling to put meals on the table.

Is this a good idea or should the legislature bag it? Join the conversation on wbztv.com!

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