New Jersey 222nd Legislature Status: Introduced

A 5487 — Prohibits sale of certain diet pills and dietary supplements for weight loss or muscle building to persons under 18 years of age under certain circumstances.

Last action — INT 1RA REF AHE

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  1. 1
    Introduced
  2. 2
    In Committee
  3. 3
    Passed General Assembly
  4. 4
    Passed Senate
  5. 5
    To Executive
  6. 6
    Enacted

This bill has been introduced in the General Assembly. Introduced September 14, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.

Next likely step: a committee referral and hearing.

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In plain language

The bill prohibits selling certain diet pills and supplements to those under 18 years old.

This legislation restricts the sale of specific diet pills and dietary supplements for weight loss or muscle building to individuals under 18. It aims to protect young people from potentially harmful products.

What this means for you
  • Families: This means families may need to discuss dietary supplement choices more thoughtfully with their teenagers.

Summary

Diet pills & dietary supplements, certain-proh sale to persons under 18 years

Bill Text

  • Introduced View text Current html September 15, 2026

Action History

  1. INT 1RA REF AHE

Sponsors

  • Shanique Speight · Primary

Sponsorship breakdown

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1 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 119 not signed on

Sponsors (1)

  • Speight, Shanique

Co-sponsors (0)

None.

Not signed on (119)

119 members have not signed on to this bill.

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Frequently asked questions

What does A 5487 do?
Diet pills & dietary supplements, certain-proh sale to persons under 18 years
Who sponsors A 5487?
A 5487 is sponsored by Speight, Shanique.
What is the current status of A 5487?
This bill has been introduced in the General Assembly. Introduced September 14, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
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