Some people in Albany want to expand the current bottle deposit law to include virtually every item in the beverage aisle - bottled waters, juices, iced teas, sports drinks and more. But the so-called "Bigger Better Bottle Bill" isn't any better. In fact, it could make things a lot worse for all of us. It will simply become more difficult to recycle. And in the end, all you'll be left with is higher prices.

The proposal is more than just a tax.  It's taxing.

During these tougher economic times, with rising gas prices and food bills, this is the wrong time to further tax New Yorkers and increase the price of food.

New Yorkers for Real Recycling Reform has a better solution. A more effective way to increase recycling is to invest in successful curbside or municipal programs. Most New Yorkers already recycle at the curb, at their municipal waste station or in their buildings. And if the programs were more available (at public places such as beaches or parks) recycling rates would climb even higher.

Click here to send an email to your legislator and tell him or her that you support Real Recycling Reform in New York State and not Governor Paterson's bottle tax.