I agree Harry, that new money is slippery , gotta watch when pulling out a bill, as it seems to cling together, sure not as good as the old stuff.
(Doesn't fold very well either.)
The bank lady told me, when separating the bills, use your thumb and forefinger on the end, away from the transparent strip. She said that area can build up static electricity and stick them together.
Don't know if it's true but you would think a bank would know.