Oppose the Expansion of New York's Returnable Container Act

New York’s bottle deposit system is outdated and cumbersome. But it doesn’t have to be that way. The system can – and should – be more efficient and convenient for residents, retailers, business owners and producers.

Expanding the state’s current deposit law and hiking fees without reforms will make our recycling system more expensive, ineffective, and harmful to jobs and the local economy.

Tell New York lawmakers to REJECT A.6353!

Dear [Lawmaker],

I am writing to express my concern and opposition to A.6365, the proposed expansion of New York's bottle bill, the Returnable Container Act.

While I support a stronger recycling system, I believe that the proposed expansion will have detrimental effects on consumers and our local economy.

One of the major concerns is the potential increase in costs for businesses. This expansion will increase the burden on small and local establishments that are so important to our communities. These new mandates could result in increased operational expenses, potentially leading to job cuts and economic losses, without accomplishing the environmental outcomes we all desire.

It is also likely to impose additional costs on consumers. As businesses try and comply with the new regulations, added costs will be passed on to consumers in the form of higher prices on common grocery items. In an already challenging economic climate, this would create an even greater burden on my neighbors and colleagues.

We know the status quo is not working, but we can do better than this proposed legislation. I urge you to consider reforms that have worked elsewhere to create a more efficient system that attains high rates of recycling and are also affordable and convenient to New Yorkers.

Thank you for your time and consideration.

Sincerely,
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