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A 922

Repeals law prohibiting sale or distribution of single-use plastic carryout bags, single-use paper carryout bags, polystyrene foam food service products, and single-use plastic straws.

2026-2027 Regular Session Introduced by Dawn Fantasia and 4 co-sponsors

New Jersey bill repeals bans on single-use plastic bags, foam containers, and plastic straws, allowing their continued sale and distribution statewide.

Introduced, Referred to Assembly Environment and Solid Waste Committee
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Bill Summary · A 922

Legislative bill overview

Bill A 922 would repeal New Jersey's existing bans on single-use plastic carryout bags, paper carryout bags, polystyrene foam food service products, and single-use plastic straws. This reverses environmental restrictions that have been in place to reduce plastic waste and pollution.

Why is this important

New Jersey's single-use plastic bans represent some of the state's most visible environmental regulations, affecting millions of daily consumer transactions and business operations. Repealing them would significantly increase plastic waste entering landfills and waterways, potentially undoing years of waste reduction progress and reversing consumer behavior changes.

Potential points of contention

  • Environmental impact vs. business costs: Environmental advocates warn of increased pollution and ocean plastic, while some retailers and food service businesses argue compliance costs are burdensome and that alternatives are expensive
  • Consumer choice and convenience: Supporters frame this as removing government mandates on personal choice; opponents counter that individual environmental responsibility hasn't solved the plastic crisis
  • Economic competitiveness: Proponents may argue New Jersey's restrictions disadvantage local businesses compared to neighboring states; critics note environmental standards can drive innovation and market differentiation

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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