Customers must request plastic utensils as new law takes effect in NJ
Jul 31, 2026
New Jersey restaurants will no longer automatically include plastic utensils with food orders in an effort to reduce plastic waste
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AI GeneratedNew Jersey is implementing the \"skip-the-stuff\" law on August 1st, banning restaurants from automatically providing single-use plastic utensils, straws, and condiments. Customers must now explicitly request these items. The initiative aims to reduce plastic waste across dine-in, takeout, delivery, and drive-thru services.