TRENTON – Bills involving scrap metal have been introduced.
S2162, sponsored by Sen. Donald Norcross, (D-5), Camden, seeks to bring more regulation to an industry oft-times criticized: scrap metal dealers. An identical Assembly bill, A3222, was introduced in July.
Norcross’ proposal – like the version in the lower chamber – would have scrap metal dealers maintain for at least five years records of all receipts and purchases, instead of only for transactions in excess of 100 pounds or $50, as current law dictates.
In addition, as another form of record-keeping, the bill would mandate that dealers pay for scrap metal by non-transferable check, payable to the seller, and mailed to an address provided by that person.
The bill contains over provisions: Scrap metal businesses could only accept delivery by motor vehicle and must record license plate numbers, and copies of all records must be sent at the close of each business day to the appropriate law enforcement agency.
Theft of scrap metal, in particular copper, has been on the rise in many states, especially during the recession.
