Tense debate over DC’s so-called bottle bill continues at a public roundtable

The D.C. Council is debating a proposed 10-cent deposit on beverage containers to reduce litter and boost recycling. Supporters, including Councilmembers Charles Allen and Brianne Nadeau, argue the bill would incentivize recycling and reduce plastic waste, while opponents like the District of Columbia Beverage Alcohol Wholesalers claim it would burden consumers and businesses with $60 million in annual costs. Small businesses, such as Right Proper Brewing Company, also oppose the bill due to narrow profit margins.