By Addison Schwing – Editorial and News Editor

Sophomore Moira Staples is a member of the Jonathan Law Student Congress. The Student Congress was created by history teacher Mr. Zuraw to allow students to pass “legislation” that will impact the student body. Last week, Staples attended the signing of a bill she created to implement recycling bins in the cafeteria. Advocate Editorial and News Editor Addison Schwing interviewed Staples on the success of her recent bill. 

Addison Schwing: Where did you get the idea for the bill from?

Moira Staples: I got the idea for the recycling bin bill from watching a video of Greta Thunberg and I was inspired by the great strides she had been making in the world by addressing the United Nations. By hearing her I began to look for some way that I try and contribute to helping the environment and noticed the lack of recycling bins in our cafeteria.

AS: What was the process like for getting the bill approved and signed?

MS: I emailed Mr. Zuraw with my proposal and he made it into a document which he posted onto our google classroom page for people to make comments to it. 

AS: How do you think this bill will benefit students? 

MS: This bill will benefit students by making them more environmentally conscious.

AS: How successful have the recycling bins been since they were introduced in the school?

MS: The bins will take some time to get used to, but I’m sure they will be very successful soon.

AS: What legislation do you hope to pass in the future?

MS: I am unsure of what legislation I will pass in the future, but I do hope that the Jonathan Law community will be making greater strides towards environmental awareness.