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NJ S353
NJ S353Eliminates prohibition on provision of single-use paper bags by grocery stores for delivery orders; requires certain retailers to repurpose cardboard boxes if feasible.
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Introduced
01/09/2024
01/09/2024
In Committee
01/09/2024
01/09/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2024-2025 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill eliminates the prohibition on the provision of single-use paper carryout bags by grocery stores for groceries bagged for delivery. Under the bill, single-use paper carryout bags would be permitted to be provided or sold for a fee by grocery stores solely for delivery orders. In addition, this bill requires certain retailers to repurpose cardboard boxes obtained through the delivery of goods to deliver groceries, other food items, or for any other appropriate purpose, to the maximum extent feasible.
AI Summary
This bill eliminates the prohibition on the provision of single-use paper carryout bags by grocery stores for delivery orders. Under the bill, grocery stores can provide or sell single-use paper carryout bags for a fee solely for delivery orders. Additionally, the bill requires certain retailers, such as stores, food service businesses, and grocery stores, to repurpose cardboard boxes obtained through the delivery of goods to the maximum extent feasible, allowing them to be reused for the delivery of groceries, other food items, or any other appropriate purpose.
Committee Categories
Agriculture and Natural Resources
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Environment and Energy Committee (on 01/09/2024)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2024/S353 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2024/S0500/353_I1.HTM |
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