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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
01/12/2026
01/12/2026
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 amends existing law to allow grocery stores to provide or sell single-use paper bags for groceries that are being delivered to customers, which was previously prohibited except for a fee. It also requires certain retailers, such as stores and food service businesses, to reuse cardboard boxes they receive from deliveries for purposes like delivering groceries or other food items, whenever it is practical to do so. The bill aims to reduce plastic pollution by allowing paper bags for delivery orders and promoting the reuse of cardboard packaging.
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 |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2024/S353 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/S0500/353_I1.HTM |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2024/S0500/353_I1.HTM |
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