State Senate President Robert Stivers made the announcement on Thursday.

The sponsor says plastic bags are unsightly and a danger to fish and wildlife, but opponents say the proposed ban is too restrictive.

On Wednesday, a group of Louisville residents held a meeting where they called for a community discussion with council members.

Local leaders vote on controversial issue; some scouting sponsors had threatened to leave the organization if gays were allowed.

Leaders say they are apprehensive of taking on the issue before the Supreme Court rules on related cases this summer.