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NJ A266

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

1/13/2026

Primary Sponsor

Paul Kanitra

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Origin

General Assembly

2026-2027 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Prohibits the sale, distribution, and use of urea as an ice melt product in New Jersey, while explicitly allowing all other uses of urea such as fertilizer
  • Defines "ice melt" as any substance applied to outdoor surfaces to melt, remove, or prevent ice and snow formation
  • Defines "urea" to include nitrogen-producing substances and ammonia sulfates used for ice removal, but explicitly excludes rock salt from the prohibition
  • Establishes civil penalties of up to $500 for first violations and up to $1,000 for second and subsequent offenses, with each day of continuing violation counted as a separate offense
  • Authorizes enforcement by the Department of Environmental Protection, municipalities, counties, and local health agencies, with jurisdiction in Superior Court and municipal courts

Legislative Description

Prohibits sale, distribution, and use of urea as an ice melt.

Consumer Affairs

Last Action

Introduced, Referred to Assembly Consumer Affairs Committee

1/13/2026

Committee Referrals

Consumer Affairs1/13/2026

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