A4462

Establishes State as purchaser of last resort for produce; directs Department of Agriculture to establish program.

Introduced·2/24/26
Introduced Text

New Jersey A4462 establishes the State as a purchaser of last resort for unsold produce, directing the Department of Agriculture to implement a.

New Jersey A4462 establishes the State as a purchaser of last resort for unsold produce. The Department of Agriculture (DOA) is directed to establish and implement a program for the purchase of unsold produce from farmers and its distribution to food banks, homeless shelters, senior citizen centers, adult day care centers, veterans organizations, and other appropriate nonprofit recipients that provide food or meals to the public. The DOA must ensure compliance with any Department of Health rules, regulations, or guidelines concerning the purchase and distribution of food.

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Where it stands

Current
Agriculture and Natural Resources Committee
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Committee decision

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Feb 24

Assembly

Introduced, Referred to Assembly Agriculture and Natural Resources Committee