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Original Law |
1989 Amendment |
Current Law |
| Name |
Michigan Beverage Container Act |
| Purpose |
To reduce roadside litter, clean up the environment, and conserve energy and natural resources |
| Enacted |
11/2/1976 |
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| Implemented |
12/3/1978 |
7/27/1989 |
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| Beverages Covered |
Beer, soft drink, carbonated and mineral water |
Added wine coolers and canned cocktails |
Beer, soft drinks, carbonated & mineral water, wine coolers, canned cocktails |
| Containers Covered |
Any airtight metal, glass, paper, or plastic container, or a combination, under 1 gallon |
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Any airtight metal, glass, paper, or plastic container, or a combination, under 1 gallon |
| Amount of Deposit |
Refillables 5¢; Non-refillables 10¢ |
Changed to 10¢ for all container types |
10¢ |
| Redemption Rate |
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overall 97.2% (i) |
| Reclamation System |
Retail stores |
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Retail stores |
| Unredeemed Deposits |
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Entitled retailers to 25% of unclaimed deposits |
75% to state for envt'l programs, 25% to retailers |
| Handling Fee |
None |
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None |
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