A1165

Prohibits procurement of single use plastic beverage containers by State and local government entities.

Introduced·1/13/26
Introduced Text

New Jersey A1165 prohibits State and local government entities from procuring single use plastic beverage containers.

New Jersey A1165 prohibits State and local government entities from procuring single use plastic beverage containers. Beverages include beer, wine, carbonated and noncarbonated water, soft drinks, fruit drinks, coffee, and tea. Plastic does not include compostable material certified by a third-party body. Exemptions apply to existing contracts and when alternatives are not economically feasible. State agencies and local government entities must revise procurement procedures within one year.

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Where it stands

Current
Environment and Solid Waste Committee
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Committee decision

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Jan 13

Assembly

Introduced, Referred to Assembly Environment and Solid Waste Committee