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The Northeast Pool & Spa Association is your voice on legislation and regulations impacting our industry. NESPA GRAC monitors legislative action across the region and represents the pool and spa industry when these important actions are being debated.

 


 

 

NESPA's Government Relations Action Committee (GRAC) brings together dedicated member volunteers and lobbyists on behalf of our members to oppose onerous over-regulation and advocate for our industry. We have important relationships with Federal, State and local officials and are in regular contact to share our industry’s perspective on legislation. 

The Government Relations Action Committee consists of representatives from each of our four chapters.  If you have questions about legislation and government regulations contact NESPA at 609-689-9111.

Reminder! NJ Plastic Bag Band
Alcide Guzman
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Reminder! NJ Plastic Bag Band

Effective May 4, the ban on the provision or sale of single-use plastic and paper carryout bags goes into effect.  On Nov. 4, 2020, Governor Phil Murphy signed into law P.L. 2020, c.117, which prohibits the provision or sale of single-use plastic carryout bags. Businesses that decide to sell or provide reusable carryout bags must ensure that the bags meet the requirements as defined in the law.

To be considered a “reusable carryout bag,” the product must be:

  • Made of polypropylene fabric, PET non-woven fabric, nylon, cloth, hemp product, or other washable fabric; and
  • have stitched handles; and
  • be designed and manufactured for at least 125 reuses.

All businesses that do not comply with the law are subject to an initial warning potentially followed by daily fines.

Visit the State website to view a chart of impacted businesses, resources for business, and answers to frequently asked questions. Please do not hesitate to contact us with any questions you may have.

 

 

 

 

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