CA ACR246

Recognizes June 8th as World Oceans Day in California, aligning with the United Nations General Assembly resolution passed in December 2008.

Declares the Legislature's intent to pass legislation in 2018 aimed at reducing plastic pollution in California rivers, beaches, and oceans.

Commits California to seeking additional ways to curb plastic pollution in waterways, rivers, beaches, oceans, and natural spaces throughout the state.

Emphasizes that plastic pollution is a critical issue, with one dump truck equivalent of plastic entering oceans every minute and 80 percent originating from land-based sources.

Notes that single-use items such as cigarette butts, straws, plastic bottles, and takeaway containers are major sources of pollution, costing local governments approximately $428 million annually in litter prevention.