The tax on single-use paper and plastic bags has more than doubled since it was first implemented in 2017. Is it an environmental policy, a revenue strategy — or both? https://www.citybureau.org/newswire/2026/6/10/chicago-checkout-bag-tax
The tax on single-use paper and plastic bags has more than doubled since it was first implemented in 2017. Here’s what to know about the fees you pay and why.