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NJ A1165
NJ A1165Prohibits procurement of single use plastic beverage containers by State and local government entities.
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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 prohibits State and local government entities that have the authority to contract for the purchase of goods and services from purchasing single use plastic beverage containers. The bill provides exemptions to any binding contractual obligations for the purchase of goods or services entered into prior to the effective date of this bill or when the procurement of an alternative to single use plastic beverage containers would not be economically feasible. The bill directs State agencies and local government entities authorized to purchase or contract for goods and services to revise their procurement procedures in order to comply with this bill.
AI Summary
This bill prohibits state and local government entities, which are defined as government bodies authorized to purchase goods and services, from buying single-use plastic beverage containers, meaning disposable plastic bottles, cans, or jars intended for one-time use and containing beverages. However, this prohibition does not apply to existing contracts signed before the bill becomes law, nor does it apply if purchasing alternatives to single-use plastic containers is not financially practical or would cause significant financial hardship. The bill also requires these government entities to update their purchasing procedures to comply with this new rule within one year of the bill's effective date.
Committee Categories
Agriculture and Natural Resources
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Environment and Solid Waste Committee (on 01/13/2026)
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/2026/A1165 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/A1500/1165_I1.HTM |
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