S 310 New Jersey Senate · 2026-2027 Regular Session

Establishes requirements for receipt and purchase of scrap metals containing propulsion batteries.

S 310 requires scrap metal businesses in New Jersey to verify the identity of sellers using photo ID and record their information for all transactions. It mandates that sellers disclose in writing whether scrap metal contains a propulsion battery (like those from vehicles), and businesses must inspect the metal if the seller claims it has no battery. Businesses must maintain detailed records of these disclosures and inspections for five years and provide them to law enforcement upon request. This law directly affects scrap metal businesses and individuals selling scrap metal, aiming to prevent theft and environmental risks from improper battery handling.
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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 in the Senate, Referred to Senate Commerce Committee
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