NJ A3364

Pharmacies would be required to sell hypodermic syringes and needles to any customer over 18 years old, changing the current law from permissive ("may sell") to mandatory ("shall sell")

Sales of 1-10 syringes/needles would remain available without a prescription; quantities over 10 would still require a valid prescription

Pharmacies must post a sign at the sales counter informing customers of their right to purchase syringes and needles under these terms

The bill aims to reduce the spread of bloodborne diseases like HIV and hepatitis C by ensuring access to clean injection equipment for both medical users (such as diabetics) and intravenous drug users

The law would take effect 60 days after enactment and amends existing legislation (P.L.2011, c.183) that first allowed non-prescription syringe sales in New Jersey