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NJ A2906
Bill
Status
1/9/2024
Primary Sponsor
Gary Schaer
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AI Summary
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Retailers selling new freestanding storage furniture over 36 inches in height (shelving units, dressers, armoires, bureaus, entertainment stands) must stock and prominently display compatible tip restraint devices for purchase
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Retailers must post a conspicuous notice warning that furniture may tip over, causing injury or death, and that tip restraint devices can help prevent tipping when properly installed
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Tip restraint devices sold or offered with furniture must include installation instructions; retailers are exempt from stocking devices if the furniture already includes a compatible restraint
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The requirements do not apply to out-of-state online furniture retailers selling to New Jersey consumers
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Violations carry a civil penalty of up to $500 per offense, enforced by the Director of the Division of Consumer Affairs
Legislative Description
Requires certain furniture retailers to provide notice of furniture tip over risks; requires tip restraint devices be available for purchase.
Consumer Affairs
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Consumer Affairs Committee
1/9/2024