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New Jersey Bans Automatic Plastic Utensils, Napkins, Condiments

8/3/2026

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New Jersey enacted the “Skip the Stuff” law on Saturday, banning restaurants from automatically providing single-use plastic utensils, napkins or condiments.
The law requires customers to request those items, including via a checkbox on mobile orders.
State officials warned that businesses that fail to comply will receive citations and fines.

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New Jersey enacted the “Skip the Stuff” law on Saturday, banning restaurants from automatically providing single-use plastic utensils, napkins or condiments.
The law requires customers to request those items, including via a checkbox on mobile orders.
State officials warned that businesses that fail to comply will receive citations and fines.