SR73

Urges Governor and Legislature to establish programs to help eliminate food deserts.

Introduced·2/12/26
Introduced Text

Urges Governor and Legislature to create programs to help eliminate food deserts.

The resolution highlights the issue of food deserts in New Jersey, areas lacking access to nutritious foods. It urges the Governor and Legislature to establish programs to incentivize grocery stores and supermarkets to open in these areas. Such programs could create jobs and improve access to fresh, nutritious food, benefiting low-income residents with reduced mobility.

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Where it stands

Current
Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens Committee
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Committee decision

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Feb 12

Senate

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