S.4388

Requires certain supermarkets, grocery stores, and food suppliers to donate food under certain circumstances.

Introduced·6/1/26
Introduced Text

New Jersey S4388 mandates supermarkets, grocery stores, and food suppliers to donate edible food that would otherwise be discarded.

New Jersey S4388 requires supermarkets, grocery stores, and food suppliers to donate food that is fit for human consumption but would otherwise be discarded. The bill defines "donate" as providing food free of charge or for a fee covering only the cost of handling the food. Donations can be made to food banks, nonprofit organizations, or individuals. The act defines "food" broadly to include articles used for food or drink for humans and components of such articles. The bill takes effect 180 days after enactment.

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Current
Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens Committee
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History

Jun 1

Senate

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens Committee