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NJ S3669

Bill

Status

Introduced

9/26/2024

Primary Sponsor

Teresa Ruiz

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Origin

Senate

2024-2025 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Prohibits manufacturers from selling, distributing, or offering menstrual products containing regulated PFAS (perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances) in New Jersey

  • Defines menstrual products broadly to include tampons, sanitary pads, discs, menstrual cups, and underwear, covering both disposable and reusable products

  • Regulated PFAS includes intentionally added PFAS and any PFAS presence above "technically unavoidable trace quantity" as measured in total organic fluorine

  • Requires the Department of Environmental Protection to establish a testing system using approved laboratories, with test results available to the Department of Health upon request

  • Violations constitute unlawful practices under consumer fraud law, with the act taking effect on the first day of the 25th month following enactment

Legislative Description

Limits regulated perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances in menstrual products.

Budget and Appropriations

Last Action

Referred to Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee

11/17/2025

Committee Referrals

Budget and Appropriations11/17/2025
Commerce9/26/2024

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