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On the recordJune 21, 2021
Taxing plastic will also discourage this wasteful material that chokes our marine life, contributes to climate change, and creates environmental injustices.
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Raúl Grijalva
Democratic · Arizona

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Discussing the environmental impact of plastic and the need for taxation to reduce its use.

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