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NJ A4754
Bill
Status
9/19/2024
Primary Sponsor
Alixon Collazos-Gill
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AI Summary
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Prohibits business entities from selling, distributing, manufacturing, delivering, holding, or offering for sale personal flotation devices (PFDs) not approved by the U.S. Coast Guard in New Jersey
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Defines "personal flotation device" as wearable devices including lifejackets, puddle jumpers, water wings, and other flotation devices designed for recreational swimming for children under 12 years of age
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Establishes civil penalties of up to $100 for a first offense, $250 for a second offense, and $500 for third or subsequent offenses, enforceable by the Director of the Division of Consumer Affairs
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Authorizes the Director of the Division of Consumer Affairs to promulgate rules and regulations to implement the law
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Takes effect on the first day of the sixth month following enactment
Legislative Description
Prohibits business entities from selling or manufacturing certain personal flotation devices not approved by United States Coast Guard.
Commerce, Economic Development and Agriculture
Last Action
Reported and Referred to Assembly Commerce, Economic Development and Agriculture Committee
1/27/2025