martha: a ban on bans. how about this. many cities in the state of illinois have banned the plastic bags at the grocery store. the governor is considering a law that would prohibit cities from doing that. it's already passed the legislature, just waiting for his signature now. critics of the bill say that cities have the right to make their own decisions. paper or plastic, or no plastic at all or you're supposed to bring a reusable bag that is always left in the car. bill: it's all too much for a guy like hemmer. martha: never mind. bill: one state considering amending insurance constitution in november making it harder for the government to get its hands-on private land. douglas ken dies on that story. he's live here in new york. what did you find out, good morning. >> reporter: some in virginia say the government's use of