S.3944

Authorizes renewable energy systems on preserved farmland to provide power or heat to adjacent properties, under certain conditions.

Chamber Passed·5/28/26
Introduced Text

New Jersey S3944 allows renewable energy systems on preserved farmland to provide power or heat to adjacent properties under specific conditions.

New Jersey S3944 amends existing law to authorize the construction, installation, and operation of biomass, solar, or wind energy generation facilities on preserved farmland. These systems can generate power or heat for the farm or an adjacent property, provided the adjacent property is the primary residence of the farm's owner or operator. The energy can also be used to reduce costs through net metering. The State Agriculture Development Committee must approve these installations, and the systems must not interfere significantly with agricultural production.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed the Senate · 36–0 · May 28
Current
Telecommunications and Utilities Committee
Next
House floor vote

Sponsors

D
1
1
R
Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

36 Yea

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0 Nay

4 Not Voting

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Calendar

May 18

1:00 PM

Senate Environment and Energy Hearing

History

May 28

Senate

Passed by the Senate (36-0)

May 28

Assembly

Received in the Assembly, Referred to Assembly Telecommunications and Utilities Committee

May 18

Senate

Reported from Senate Committee, 2nd Reading