A 4754 New Jersey General Assembly · 2024-2025 Regular Session

Prohibits business entities from selling or manufacturing certain personal flotation devices not approved by United States Coast Guard.

New Jersey's A4754 prohibits businesses from selling, manufacturing, distributing, or offering for sale personal flotation devices (PFDs) like lifejackets, water wings, or puddle jumpers that are not approved by the U.S. Coast Guard. The bill directly affects retailers and manufacturers operating in New Jersey, specifically targeting PFDs designed for children under 12 years old. Violators face escalating civil penalties: $100 for a first offense, $250 for a second, and $500 for third or subsequent offenses, enforced by the Division of Consumer Affairs. The law aims to ensure consumers can purchase Coast Guard-approved PFDs, reducing risks associated with unapproved devices that may deflate or slip off, as highlighted by drowning statistics.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Sep 2024
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Governor
Introduced Sep 19, 2024 Last action Jan 27, 2025
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Jan 27, 2025
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Reported and Referred to Assembly Commerce, Economic Development and Agriculture Committee
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Sep 19, 2024
Introduced
Introduced in the Assembly, Referred to Assembly Consumer Affairs Committee
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