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Support/Increase Handling Fee for Redemption Centers (S)
Formal Title: An Act Relative to Reusable Beverage Containers
Sponsors: Rep. Pam Richardson 
Contact: Kurt.Stiegel@state.ma.us
New/Refile: new 

Redemption centers are the backbone of our successful Bottle Bill, but our redemption centers haven't had a raise in 18 years - and are on the verge of collapse. This bill increases the handling fee that redemption centers receive by just one cent (from 2.25 cents to 3.25 cents). The price of beverages has risen considerably over the past 18 years; however the handling fee has not. This increase will also account for inflation during this time period. The increase is entirely paid for by beverage distributors, not by the Commonwealth.

Please note: Bill text is based on pre-filing information provided by State legislative personel. In some cases, bills as filed may differ slightly.