NJ S1370 Passes: Mercury-Free Flooring Mandate for NJ Schools, Community & Child Care Centers

  New Jersey Senate Bill S1370 has passed, mandating mercury-free certified flooring for all new installations, repairs, or upgrades in schools, community centers, and child care centers. It prohibits construction permits unless materials are manufacturer-certified mercury-free and addresses legacy risks from 1960s–2000s polyurethane floors that release mercury vapor, leading to gym closures in 2017–2019. For …

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