New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Bill
S 177: Eliminates prohibition on provision of single-use paper bags by grocery stores for delivery orders; requires certain retailers to repurpose cardboard boxes if feasible.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
S 177 is a bill introduced in the New Jersey Senate on January 13, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Eliminates prohibition on provision of single-use paper bags by grocery stores for delivery orders; requires certain retailers to repurpose cardboard boxes if feasible. Primary sponsor: Diegnan, Patrick J., Jr., Jim Beach (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (January 13, 2026): Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Environment and Energy Committee.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Diegnan, Patrick J., Jr. | Primary sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
| Jim Beach | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 6 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Environment and Energy Committee