First of all, let me say that I'm not against the plastic bag ban, per se. If we can truly make a difference with helping preserve our delicate environment by using reusable sacks instead, I'm ok with that. Read more: NJ's Statewide Plastic Bag Ban Became Official Today In a way t...
She also suggested it would be a good idea for New Jerseyans to ask their state legislators to support a statewide ban on both paper and plastic bags to protect the environment. A Monmouth University poll released this month shows 65% of New Jersey residents support a statewide plastic bag p...
"Our business group is at the forefront at addressing the problem and promoting a positive solution to the plastic bag issue that is before us," said Linda Doherty, president and CEO of the New Jersey Food Council. "When you look at the supermarket community, we are the anchor of almost ...
TRENTON – The extension that allowed New Jersey food banks and food pantries to keep using plastic bags has expired, despite their pleas to have that grace period continue beyond the busy holiday season. The lapse could be temporary, as lawmakers are considering a bill that would give them...
Support is growing for a reworking of New Jersey's controversial plastic bag ban. State Sen. Michael Testa, R-Cumberland, called for "a complete overhaul" of the single-use bag ban that has been in effect since the beginning of May. ...
Support is growing for a reworking of New Jersey's controversial plastic bag ban. State Sen. Michael Testa, R-Cape May, called for "a complete overhaul" of the single use bag ban that has been in effect since the beginning of May. ...
The Plastic Bag Ban Diana Tyler The Plastic Bag Ban A lot of Reddit users lamented the fact that they need to bring reusable bags to grocery stores now. Affordability Diana Tyler Affordability The cost of living is too high in NJ according to most Redditors. Many complained about rent, ga...
The Plastic Bag Ban Diana Tyler The Plastic Bag Ban A lot of Reddit users lamented the fact that they need to bring reusable bags to grocery stores now. Affordability Diana Tyler Affordability The cost of living is too high in NJ according to most Redditors. Many complained about rent, ga...
The Plastic Bag Ban Diana Tyler The Plastic Bag Ban A lot of Reddit users lamented the fact that they need to bring reusable bags to grocery stores now. Affordability Diana Tyler Affordability The cost of living is too high in NJ according to most Redditors. Many complained about rent, ga...
NJ bag ban includes 'shop from home' orders Retailers and food service establishments are banned from distributing single-use plastic bags starting on May 4, in accordance with alaw signed by Gov. Phil Murphy in November 2020. Large supermarkets will also be barred from distributing single-use ...