What is the purpose of laws like the Bottle Bill?

The purpose of laws like the Bottle Bill is to encourage container recycling and discourage littering. These laws typically establish a system where consumers pay a deposit on beverage containers, which they can reclaim when they return the containers to designated collection points. This financial incentive promotes the recycling of containers, reducing the amount of waste that ends up in landfills and the environment. By encouraging responsible disposal and recycling behaviors, these laws help to mitigate littering in public spaces, leading to cleaner communities and less environmental degradation.