MS HR84

Declares Wednesday, April 11, 2012, as "Mississippi Recyclers Day" in Mississippi

Recognizes the Mississippi recycling industry for contributing millions of dollars annually to the state's economy and creating thousands of jobs

Highlights that recycling requires 17 times less energy than manufacturing products from virgin materials

References Section 49-31-5 and Section 49-31-15, which establish state policy requiring waste recycling when feasible and mandate recycling programs in state agencies, courts, universities, and community colleges

Commends the recycling industry's efforts to protect the environment, conserve natural resources, and promote energy efficiency