S.353

Eliminates prohibition on provision of single-use paper bags by grocery stores for delivery orders; requires certain retailers to repurpose cardboard boxes if feasible.

Introduced·1/9/24
Introduced Text

New Jersey S353 allows grocery stores to provide single-use paper bags for delivery orders and mandates retailers to repurpose cardboard boxes.

New Jersey S353 modifies existing law to permit grocery stores to provide single-use paper bags for delivery orders, while maintaining the prohibition on single-use plastic bags. The bill also requires certain retailers to repurpose cardboard boxes obtained through the delivery of goods to the maximum extent feasible. This act aims to address plastic pollution while allowing for practical solutions in food delivery logistics.

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Where it stands

Current
Environment and Energy Committee
Next
Session adjourned — paused until it reconvenes

Sponsors

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History

Jan 9, 2024

Senate

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Environment and Energy Committee