A 3738 New Jersey General Assembly · 2026-2027 Regular Session

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

This bill prohibits businesses in New Jersey from selling, manufacturing, or distributing personal flotation devices (PFDs) like lifejackets, water wings, or puddle jumpers that lack U.S. Coast Guard approval. It directly affects businesses selling PFDs designed for children under 12 years old. Violators face tiered fines: up to $100 for a first offense, $250 for a second, and $500 for subsequent offenses, enforced by the Division of Consumer Affairs. The law aims to remove unapproved, potentially unsafe PFDs from the market to ensure consumers can access reliable safety equipment.
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Jan 2026
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Introduced Jan 13, 2026 Last action Jan 13, 2026
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Jan 13, 2026
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Introduced, Referred to Assembly Consumer Affairs Committee
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