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Introduced
03/10/2025
03/10/2025
In Committee
03/10/2025
03/10/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/12/2026
01/12/2026
Introduced Session
2024-2025 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill provides a sales and use tax exemption for sales of reusable carryout bags. For purposes of the bill, a "reusable carryout bag" means a carryout bag that:· is made of polypropylene, PET nonwoven fabric, nylon, cloth, hemp product, or other machine washable fabric;· has stitched handles; and· is designed and manufactured for multiple reuse.
AI Summary
This bill provides a sales and use tax exemption for reusable carryout bags in New Jersey, specifically defining such bags as those made from materials like polypropylene, nylon, cloth, hemp, or other machine-washable fabrics that have stitched handles and are designed for multiple uses. The exemption applies to receipts from sales of these bags under the state's Sales and Use Tax Act, and will take effect on the first day of the fourth month following the bill's enactment, meaning that any sales of qualifying reusable bags from that point forward will be tax-free. This legislation appears aimed at encouraging the use of durable, environmentally-friendly shopping bags by reducing their cost to consumers through a tax exemption, which could potentially help reduce single-use plastic bag waste.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Commerce, Economic Development and Agriculture Committee (on 03/10/2025)
Official Document
bill text
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2024/A5429 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2024/A5500/5429_I1.HTM |
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