New JerseyNew Jersey would set aside $3 million for microplastics work
If enacted, New Jersey would give two state departments $3 million to study and reduce microplastics and carry out proposed product rules.
What it does
If the bill becomes law, New Jersey would set aside $2.5 million to reduce and study microplastics and $500,000 to carry out proposed product rules.
Argument forIf approved, the funding could help the state test for microplastics and teach residents about their effects.
Argument againstIf approved, setting aside $3 million from the state's general fund could leave less money for other state needs.
More detail
New Jersey would set aside $3 million from its general fund. The environmental department would receive $2.5 million to reduce and study microplastics. The law and public safety department would receive $500,000 to carry out proposed product rules. The bill must become law before the departments receive this money. The funding provision would take effect immediately upon enactment.
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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
- Oct 15Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Environment and Energy CommitteeIntroduced
Environment & EnergyTaxes & Budget