New JerseyNew Jersey would set aside $3 million for microplastics work
If enacted, New Jersey would set aside $3 million to study microplastics, teach residents about them, and enforce proposed product rules.
What it does
If enacted, New Jersey would set aside $2.5 million for microplastics education, research, and testing, and $500,000 to enforce proposed product rules.
Argument forThe money could help New Jersey teach residents about microplastics and test air, water, and soil for them.
Argument againstSetting aside $3 million from the state's general fund could leave less money for other public services.
More detail
New Jersey would set aside $3 million from its general fund. The environmental agency would receive $2.5 million, and the public safety department would receive $500,000. The environmental money would support a program that teaches people about microplastics, along with research and testing. The public safety money would support enforcement of the proposed product rules. The funding provision would take effect immediately if the bill becomes law.
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Where it stands
- Introduced
- Passed 1st Chamber
- Passed 2nd Chamber
- To Governor
- Became Law
Looking ahead
No hearings or votes scheduled.
History
- 2026
- Sep 14Introduced, Referred to Assembly Environment and Solid Waste CommitteeIntroduced
Environment & EnergyConsumer ProtectionTaxes & Budget