I am a resident of Nebraska, and like many others, I frequent restaurants and other commercial establishments where disposable items are purchased. These items could be recycled, but unfortunately, there are no facilities to do so. This is not just an inconvenience; it's a threat to our environment.

Nebraska's landfill space is rapidly filling up. According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Americans generate about 4.9 pounds of trash per person per day, much of which ends up in landfills (source: EPA). In Nebraska alone, this amounts to millions of pounds of waste each year that could be recycled instead.

Recycling not only reduces the amount of waste going into our landfills but also conserves natural resources and saves energy. For instance, recycling one aluminum can save enough energy to run a TV for three hours (source: Waste Management World).

We need legislation that makes recycling mandatory in Nebraska for all businesses and residences alike. Requiring businesses to have recycling bins, and making citizens have an obligatory duty to recycle will greatly reduce waste within Nebraska. This will encourage responsible disposal practices and contribute significantly towards preserving our environment for future generations.

I urge you to support this petition calling on our state legislators to pass laws making recycling mandatory in Nebraska. Your signature can make a difference – let's create a greener future together!