IF YOU WANT A BAG YOU MUST ADD THIS ITEM. As of January 2021, Washington State adopted a statewide bag ban that adds new requirements for Seattle businesses that use carryout bags. The new bag ban, which was put on hold due to the COVID-19 pandemic, is fully effective as of October 1st, 2021. The goal of the new ban is to reduce pollution in Washington's recycling facilities, waterways, and roadways.