FPA & Industry Coalition Oppose New Jersey S-4656 Packaging Restrictions
A broad coalition of industry and business organizations submitted formal opposition to New Jersey Senate Bill 4656, which proposes sweeping restrictions and mandates on plastic packaging producers. While packaging producers remain committed to sustainability and circular economy goals, we oppose S-4656 because its unfeasible 50-percent source reduction mandates, broad chemical bans, redefinition of advanced recycling as disposal, and severe financial penalties threaten food safety, disrupt supply chains, and introduce costly burdens that will ultimately be passed on to New Jersey consumers. We urge the Senate Environment Committee to reject S-4656 in favor of realistic, science-based policies that can genuinely support packaging sustainability.