Connecticut's Bottle Deposit Hike Sparks Interstate Fraud
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Connecticuts bottle deposit increase to ten cents per container led to out-of-state fraud, causing a surge in redemption center visits from New York, New Jersey, and Rhode Island. This resulted in a ninety-seven percent redemption rate, costing distributors millions. In response, lawmakers passed an emergency bill with increased fines and new regulations for redemption centers. The bill also caps non-nonprofit redemptions and encourages automated scanners. However, officials admit they cannot track the exact number of out-of-state containers. Redemption owners and Republicans express concerns about the impact on small businesses and label the ten-cent shift a disaster. The bill now awaits Governor Ned Lamonts approval to prevent lawsuits and save the program.
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