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NJ S177
NJ S177Eliminates 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
01/13/2026
01/13/2026
In Committee
01/13/2026
01/13/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026-2027 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 in most cases. Additionally, the bill 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.
Committee Categories
Agriculture and Natural Resources
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Environment and Energy Committee (on 01/13/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2026/S177 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/S0500/177_I1.HTM |
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