Proposal Mirrors Approach Blocked in CA Last Month by NPA
Washington, D.C. – Today, the Natural Products Association testified in opposition to New Jersey State Assembly Bill 1848 during the State Assembly Health Committee, which would restrict and prohibit the sale of dietary supplements. The attempt is similar to legislation that NPA blocked in California just a few weeks ago.
“Once again, state legislators are ignoring science and common sense,” said Daniel Fabricant, Ph.D., president and CEO of the Natural Products Association.
“Despite failing to identify a single dietary supplement that causes eating disorders, Assemblyman Conaway and his Trenton cronies failed their constituents by advancing legislation that cripples public health. Consumers deserve access to products that support their overall health and wellness. Unfortunately, today in Trenton, the freedom of choice took a significant blow today. We are urging all wellness advocates to email and call their New Jersey state representatives urging their opposition to A1848 when the bill comes before the entire State Assembly,” said Fabricant.
The Natural Products Association led the fight against states restricting and prohibiting access to dietary supplements. From Massachusetts to California NPA and its grassroots advocates have sent thousands of emails and phone calls fighting against rogue legislators who’ve attempted to restrict access to dietary supplements.
Over the last ten years, the organization has defeated similar proposals in Colorado, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Maryland, Missouri, and Illinois.
NPA’s testimony can be viewed here and to write your member of the New Jersey legislature urging their opposition to A1848 click here.
