"Protecting Against Microplastics Act"; appropriates $3 million.
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- Introduced
- Passed General Assembly
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
The Protecting Against Microplastics Act aims to address the growing concern about microplastic pollution in New Jersey. It allocates $3 million to support research, monitoring, and potential mitigation strategies related to microplastics in the state’s environment. The bill seeks to understand the sources and impacts of microplastics and to develop methods for reducing their presence in waterways and ecosystems. This funding will be used to investigate the problem and explore potential solutions.
Key provisions
- Allocates $3 million in funding for microplastics initiatives.
- Supports research into the sources and pathways of microplastics.
- Funds monitoring efforts to assess microplastic levels in New Jersey’s environment.
- May support the development of strategies to reduce microplastic pollution.
Who is affected
- Residents of New Jersey
- New Jersey’s environment (waterways, ecosystems)
- Researchers and scientists
- State agencies responsible for environmental protection
Notable changes
- Establishes a dedicated funding stream for microplastics research and action.
- Focuses on addressing a relatively new environmental concern.
Fiscal impact
The bill appropriates $3 million for microplastics-related activities within the state.
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