S 3424 New Jersey Senate · 2026-2027 Regular Session

Requires reflective material on children's Halloween costumes.

This bill requires retailers to sell children's Halloween costumes (defined as costumes marketed for use by those under 18) with reflective material attached or included in the package. The law applies to costumes sold on or after November 15 following enactment, with penalties of up to $500 for first offenses and $1,000 for repeat violations. It aims to improve visibility for trick-or-treaters at night, aligning with Consumer Product Safety Commission recommendations to reduce accidents caused by low visibility. The requirement directly affects retailers selling children's costumes, not parents or costume makers.
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Introduced Feb 9, 2026 Last action Feb 9, 2026
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Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Law and Public Safety Committee
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