Rhode Island lawmakers are considering a new bill that would establish a bottle deposit program in the state. The proposed legislation, known as a “bottle bill,” is designed to encourage recycling by imposing a five-cent deposit on certain beverage containers. The bill would require retailers to collect the deposit from customers at the time of purchase and return it to them when the containers are brought back for recycling.
Proponents of the bill argue that it would help reduce litter and improve recycling rates in Rhode Island. They point to the success of similar bottle deposit programs in other states, which have led to significant increases in recycling rates. Opponents of the bill, however, argue that it would be an added burden on retailers and consumers, and could lead to increased costs for businesses.
The bill has generated a heated debate in the General Assembly, with supporters and opponents lining up on both sides. Advocates are hopeful that the bill will gain traction and pass into law, while opponents are actively lobbying against it. The fate of the bottle bill now rests in the hands of Rhode Island lawmakers, who will ultimately decide its future.
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