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NJ S783

Bill

Status

Passed

1/9/2024

Primary Sponsor

Gordon Johnson

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Origin

Senate

2024-2025 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Requires all non-flushable disposable wipes sold in New Jersey to display a "Do Not Flush" symbol and label notice on product packaging, covering at least 2% of the principal display panel surface area

  • Defines covered products as premoistened nonwoven disposable wipes including baby wipes, bathroom cleaning wipes, disinfecting wipes, hand sanitizing wipes, makeup removal wipes, feminine hygiene wipes, and adult incontinence wipes containing petrochemical-derived fibers

  • Prohibits manufacturers, wholesalers, suppliers, and retailers responsible for packaging from making any claims about flushable attributes, benefits, or performance for covered products

  • Establishes civil penalties of up to $5,000 per offense for violations, with each day a non-compliant product is sold constituting a separate offense

  • 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Withdrawn Because Approved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Withdrawn Because Approved P.L.2023, c.280.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

Committee Referrals

Commerce1/9/2024

Full Bill Text

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