When does the ordinance take effect?

On July 1, 2012. Retail establishments must stop distributing single-use carryout plastic bags, and grocery stores (including supermarkets, convenience stores, liquor stores, and gasoline stations) must begin charging ten-cents for recyclable paper carryout bags.

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1. When does the ordinance take effect?
2. Why is there a ten-cent fee on paper carryout bags?
3. How are single-use plastic carryout bags harmful to the environment?