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NJ A1854
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/13/2026
Primary Sponsor
James Kennedy
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AI Summary
- Prohibits the sale of cleaning products containing triclosan that are used by consumers for sanitizing or hand and body cleansing in New Jersey
- Exempts products that have received specific U.S. Food and Drug Administration approval for consumer use
- Imposes civil penalties of up to $1,000 per violation, with each day of a continuing violation constituting a separate offense
- Takes effect one year after enactment, allowing manufacturers time to reformulate products
- Expands on the 2016 federal FDA ban on triclosan in rinse-off antiseptic products by also covering hand sanitizers and wipes
Legislative Description
Prohibits sale of certain cleaning products containing triclosan.
Consumer Affairs
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Consumer Affairs Committee
1/13/2026
Committee Referrals
Consumer Affairs1/13/2026
Full Bill Text
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