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NJ S2145

NJ S2145
Prohibits sale, distribution, and import of certain products marketed as recyclable, unless DEP determines that products are widely recycled.


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Introduced
03/07/2022
In Committee
03/07/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/08/2024

Introduced Session

2022-2023 Regular Session

Bill Summary

Prohibits sale, distribution, and import of certain products marketed as recyclable, unless DEP determines that products are widely recycled.

AI Summary

This bill prohibits the sale, distribution, and import of certain products marketed as recyclable, unless the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) determines that the products are widely recycled. The bill requires the DEP to conduct a material characterization study to identify the products and packaging that are considered recyclable in the state and permitted to display the "chasing arrows" symbol. The bill also amends existing law to simplify the recycling symbol on plastic bottles and containers.

Committee Categories

Agriculture and Natural Resources

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Senate Environment and Energy Hearing (10:00 10/6/2022 Committee Room 4, 1st Floor, State House Annex, Trenton, NJ) (on 10/06/2022)

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