Following the successful phase-out of single-use plastic bags and polystyrene containers, New Jersey is taking its next major step toward a greener future. What we know:A statewide ban on single-use plastic cutlery takes effect on August 1, requiring restaurants, food trucks and third-party delivery apps to overhaul how they distribute utensils. New Jersey restaurants will no longer automatically provide plastic utensils, condiment packets, or napkins with your takeout or delivery order. Schools, licensed health care facilities and correctional facilities are still allowed to hand out plastic utensils, packets, and napkins under the new law. Officials also say a reduction in single-use plastic will help keep unused items out of streets and waterways, while helping businesses save on rarely used items.