California packaging law could push grocery prices higher
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California’s SB 54 would shift responsibility for packaging waste to manufacturers and push for packaging that can be reused, recycled, or composted. CalRecycle projects households could pay roughly $57–$190 more per year, while critics warn dairy and other producers may face higher costs and safety hurdles; the law is facing multiple lawsuits and begins first-phase implementation next month.
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