Click on any of the titles below for letters that can be downloaded and sent to state or federal legislators. There are also several petitions you can sign. To learn who represents you in the legislature, enter the pertinent information here:
Minnesota Bill: Zero-Waste Grant Program (HF2661)authored by Rep. Athena Hollins. This bill would create a competitive grant program for nonprofits and governments to pursue zero-waste projects.
Minnesota Bills (3): Packaging Waste & Cost Reduction: Passed due to your support!
The Minnesota Zero Waste Coalition is gathering sign-ons to a letter urging Governor Walz to take executive action to phase out the purchase of unnecessary single-use plastics by state agencies. The letter calls on the state to eliminate the procurement of items like plastic bottles, utensils, and food containers and instead prioritize reusable and refillable alternatives. Please add your name and organization’s name (if applicable) to sign on to our coalition letter to Governor Walz.
Federal Bill: Research for Environmental Uses and Sustainable Economies (REUSE) Act of 2025 (Letter to Legislators)
Available in PDF and OpenDocument Text formats