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NJ A797

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/13/2026

Primary Sponsor

David Bailey

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Origin

General Assembly

2026-2027 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Bans the sale of apparel, carpets, cosmetics, food packaging, juvenile products, feminine hygiene products, ski wax, and textile articles containing intentionally added PFAS (perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances) three years after the bill takes effect

  • Requires cookware containing intentionally added PFAS to display bilingual labels (English and Spanish) stating "This product contains PFAS" along with a website and QR code explaining why PFAS is used, starting one year after enactment

  • Prohibits discharging Class B firefighting foam containing PFAS for training purposes two years after enactment; testing discharge is only permitted if required by law and proper containment measures are in place

  • Mandates outdoor apparel designed for severe wet conditions to carry "Made with PFAS" labels starting two years after enactment, with a complete sales ban on such products beginning five years after enactment

  • Establishes civil administrative penalties of $1,000 to $20,000 per violation and civil penalties up to $25,000 per day for violations of the bill's provisions

Legislative Description

Establishes requirements and prohibitions for sale and distribution of certain products containing intentionally added perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances.

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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