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D.C. Considers Bottle Bill to Cut Litter | Washington DC News
D.C. is eyeing a bold new plan: a ten-cent bottle and can deposit that returns cash to consumers who return containers, aiming to slash litter and boost recycling — while also giving people a reason to cash in on discarded bottles. But business leaders are sounding the alarm, warning it could cost consumers $60 million annually and squeeze already thin margins. Supporters push back, arguing the cost is temporary since refunds are built in, and that the beverage industry should pay for cleanup — especially with tweaks to protect local brewers. A nonprofit would run the program, keeping costs…
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