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NJ A1392
Bill
Status
1/9/2024
Primary Sponsor
Shama Haider
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AI Summary
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Prohibits the sale or distribution of non-flushable nonwoven disposable wipes (designed for diapering, personal hygiene, or bathroom surface cleaning) unless packaging displays a "Do Not Flush" logo
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Requires the logo to depict a person dropping an item into a toilet with a circle and diagonal line superimposed, sized proportionally to packaging (ranging from 0.25 inch to 1 inch diameter based on display panel size)
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Exempts wipes labeled as "flushable," "sewer safe," or "septic safe," as well as media advertisers and retailers/wholesalers who do not package the products themselves
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Imposes civil penalties of up to $5,000 per violation, with each day of non-compliant sales constituting a separate offense
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Takes effect two years after enactment, with enforcement by the Department of Environmental Protection and Division of Consumer Affairs
Legislative Description
Requires labeling of non-flushable disposable wipes.
Withdrawn Because Approved
Last Action
Withdrawn Because Approved P.L.2023, c.280.
1/9/2024