Tell the Senate It's Time to Ban Microbeads
Big news: We're one step closer to stopping microbeads from entering our ocean—for good. These tiny plastics, which are found in soaps, toothpaste and other cosmetics, are too small to be filtered out by water treatment plants. The particles flow straight to the ocean and into the mouths and gills of sea creatures around the world.
But there is hope. The U.S. House of Representatives just approved a bill that would phase out the production of microbeads starting in 2017. Now it's up to the Senate to turn this bill into law.
Take action now to tell the Senate why we need to ban microplastics. The health of our ocean—and the animals in it—depends on it.
Subject: It's Time to Ban Microbeads
Dear [Senator]:
Microbeads are tiny bits of plastic used in many personal care products. While they are small, they are causing big problems for our environment. These microbeads are increasingly finding their way into waterways, the ocean and our food chain. In short, they pose an unnecessary threat to the environment, and potentially to public health.
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Fortunately, we have the opportunity to do something about this problem. Bipartisan legislation, called the Microbead-Free Waters Act, would ban the use of microbeads. The legislation has bipartisan support and was recently approved by the House.
Now it's the Senate's turn to act. I urge you to support the Microbeads-Free Waters Act and push for its speedy approval.
Sincerely,
[Your Name]
