NJ S1009

Bill

NJ S1009

Prohibits use of receipt paper containing bisphenol A.

Introduced
01/09/2024

In Committee
01/09/2024

Crossed Over

Passed

Dead
01/12/2026

Introduced Session

2024-2025 Regular Session

Bill Summary

This bill would prohibit a person from using or providing a piece of paper containing bisphenol A (BPA) as a business or banking record. A person who violates the provisions of the bill would be subject to a penalty of between $250 and $500. The bill would take effect 18 months after the date of enactment. BPA is an estrogen-mimicking endocrine disruptor used in the production of epoxy resins and polycarbonate plastics. It has been shown to have hormone disrupting effects leading to developmental, reproductive, neurological, and immune system health issues and is found to leach out of the products in which it is used. BPA is sometimes used in the coating of business transaction receipts and may be transferred to the body of a person handling them, particularly if the receipt is wet.

AI Summary

This bill prohibits the use or provision of paper containing bisphenol A (BPA), a chemical that mimics estrogen and can disrupt hormones, as any type of business or banking record, including receipts for transactions. Violators will face penalties ranging from $250 to $500 for each offense, with continuing violations incurring daily penalties, and enforcement can be pursued through civil action or in court. The bill also empowers the Department of Environmental Protection and other environmental agencies to take legal action to enforce these provisions and allows the Department to create necessary regulations. This measure will become effective 18 months after it is signed into law, providing a grace period for businesses to transition away from using BPA-coated receipt paper, which has been linked to health issues and can transfer to individuals handling it.

Committee Categories

Agriculture and Natural Resources

Sponsors (1)

Linda Greenstein (D)*,

Last Action

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Environment and Energy Committee (on 01/09/2024)

Official Document

https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2024/S1009

(3 Companion Bills)

Version:

Document Type	Source Location
State Bill Page	https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2024/S1009
BillText	https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/S1500/1009_I1.HTM
BillText	https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2024/S1500/1009_I1.HTM

Bill	Bill Name	Last Action	Type
A1434	Prohibits use of receipt paper containing bisphenol A.	Introduced, Referred to Assembly Environment and Solid Waste Committee	Carry Over
A2087	Prohibits use of receipt paper containing bisphenol A.	Introduced, Referred to Assembly Environment, Natural Resources, and Solid Waste Committee	Same As
S1523	Prohibits use of receipt paper containing bisphenol A.	Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Environment and Energy Committee	Carry Over

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