S.338

Authorizes voluntary donation of expired food or food waste to farmers; authorizes donations if farmer waives liability.

Introduced·1/13/26
Introduced Text

New Jersey S338 authorizes voluntary donations of expired food or food waste to farmers for animal feed, requiring a liability waiver.

New Jersey S338 allows retail sellers and distributors to donate expired food or food waste to farmers for use as animal feed, provided the farmer signs a liability waiver. The waiver must state that the farmer understands and accepts the potential dangers and negative impacts for people or animals consuming expired food or food waste. The bill also directs the Farm Liaison to collaborate with farmers and retail sellers and distributors to develop networks for these donations.

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Where it stands

Current
Environment and Energy Committee
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Committee decision

Sponsors

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2
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History

Jan 13

Senate

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Environment and Energy Committee