Sunday, June 5, 2011  Minnesota Bottle Bill  I was looking
around online after my last post and found that a bottle bill
(HF 1494) has been introduced in Minnesota House.  You can go
to to learn more about the bill.  I think it would be a good
thing for Minnesota to pass the bill because in other states
that have passed similar bottle bills, recycling rates have sky-
rocketed.  Currently Minnesota recycles about 35% of beverage
containers, but the State has set a goal of 80% by 2012.  I
don't think this will be done without the help of the Recycling
Refund.  According to, The Minnesota Recycling Refund Act would
not only increase recycling rates but would also raise money for
State curbside programs, create jobs, and provide another way
for schools and organizations to raise money.  I think it is our
responsibility to take initiative and keep the Earth a pleasant
place to live for future generations and a great way to do that
is by conserving and keeping the world clean.  Bottle bills will
help conserve resour