Senator David Perdue Takes Action To Eliminate Plastic Waste In Ocean

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U.S. Senator David Perdue (R-GA) is taking action to protect the environment and eliminate plastic waste in the ocean. The Senator cosponsored the bipartisan Save Our Seas 2.0 Act to address the plastic debris crisis that threatens coastal economies and harms marine life.

"Many of Georgia's top industries rely directly on the health of the ocean. From tourism and recreation, to trade through ports and harbors, our coastline is an engine for economic growth," said Senator Perdue. "The growing amount of plastic in the world's oceans is extremely concerning. Our bipartisan bill will accelerate the removal of plastic waste from the ocean and help prevent future marine debris. This is a global problem, and the world needs the United States to lead a solution."

Roughly eight million metric tons of mismanaged plastic waste from land enters the ocean each year. Ninety percent of river-borne plastic enters the ocean from ten rivers, eight of which are in Asia. The plastic breaks down into tiny pieces that can enter the marine food chain, harm fish and wildlife, and wash ashore on even the most remote stretches of coastline.

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