Rhode Island designates May 2026 as "Eyeglass Recycling Month" to promote vision health and environmental responsibility.
The bill designates May 2026 as "Eyeglass Recycling Month" in Rhode Island, encouraging residents to donate unused eyeglasses to the Rhode Island Lions Sight Foundation and local Lions Clubs. These donations support the global "Recycle for Sight" initiative, which distributes usable eyewear to underserved populations worldwide. The resolution highlights the importance of eyeglass recycling in reducing landfill waste and improving access to vision care services.
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