Prohibits sale, distribution, and use of urea as an ice melt.
This bill prohibits the sale, distribution, and use of urea specifically as an ice melt on outdoor surfaces (like sidewalks or driveways) in New Jersey. It directly affects businesses selling ice melt products and property owners or landlords who use urea for de-icing. The law defines "urea" as a fertilizer-derived substance sometimes used for melting ice, but excludes rock salt, and specifies that other uses of urea remain legal. Violations carry civil penalties of up to $500 for the first offense and $1,000 for repeat offenses, enforceable by environmental agencies or local authorities.
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Introduced Jan 9, 2024
Last action Jan 9, 2024
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Introduced in the Assembly, Referred to Assembly Consumer Affairs Committee
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