Bill textSenator Doug Berger, sponsor of the 2007 North Carolina bottle bill, has introduced one again in the Litter Reduction Act of 2009
| Bill Number and Name | S641, Litter Reduction Act of 2009 Bill text |
|---|---|
| Primary Sponsor | Senator Doug Berger |
| Beverages Covered | Any ready‑to‑drink liquid intended for human consumption. |
| Containers Covered | All sealed individual containers from 50mL to 4L |
| Deposits | 10¢ |
| Handling Fees | 2% of the refund value |
| Other Fees / Taxes | |
| Reclamation System | Return to redemption centers |
| Unredeemed Deposits | Retained by the state for litter reduction and recycling education programs |
In addition to requiring a refundable deposit on all beverage containers, the Litter Reduction Act also requires that all beverages sold in the state be packaged in recyclable or recycled material. The refund value for any specific material type may be increased every five years if the redemption rate for that material is under 75%.
March 17, 2009: S641 filed
March 18, 2009: Referred to Committee on Commerce
Senator Doug Berger
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