![James Gennaro has submitted bill that would outlaw the sale and distribution of PVA-containing detergent pods or laundry sheets.](https://nyguardianmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/NY-Guardian-5-720x480.png)
New York City Considers Ban on Plastic-Based Detergents
New York City Council Member James Gennaro has introduced a bill prohibiting the sale or distribution of detergent pods or laundry sheets containing polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) by January 1, 2026. The proposed