The Construction Containment and Pollution Prevention Act mandates that contractors implement specific measures to prevent the release of pollutants, such as dust, debris, and microplastics, from construction sites. Contractors are required to use various containment devices, including vacuum attachments, wet-cutting systems, enclosures, tarps, and filters that meet American Society for Testing and Material specifications. Additionally, they must conduct daily cleanups of generated waste and maintain records of their compliance for inspection by the Department of Community Affairs. Educational materials outlining the act's requirements and risks must also be provided to all employees and subcontractors.

To enforce compliance, the act grants the Department of Community Affairs and local construction officials the authority to inspect worksites. Contractors found in violation of the act face a tiered penalty system, starting with a warning for the first offense, followed by fines of up to $1,000 for a second violation and up to $5,000 for subsequent violations. The act also prohibits the discharge of pollutants into public infrastructure and mandates that all waste be disposed of according to the Solid Waste Management Act and local ordinances. The act will take effect 90 days after enactment and will apply to all construction permits issued thereafter.