The 5-cent deposit fee for cans and bottles has not changed in 40 years and the handling fees have stayed at 3.5 cents per container since 2009. With the rising costs and limited legislative action, ...

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I am writing to urge the assembly to please get legislation to the floor to address the crisis of redemption centers and New York's bottle deposit system. Please understand that choosing the path of ...