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NJ S216
Bill
Status
1/12/2026
Primary Sponsor
Robert Smith
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AI Summary
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Requires the New Jersey Department of Agriculture to advertise and promote aquaculture products (farm-raised fish and shellfish produced in State waters) through the existing Jersey Fresh Program
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Mandates the department develop a quality grading system specifically for aquaculture products, separate from wild-caught seafood, consistent with grading systems used for other agricultural commodities in the Jersey Fresh Program
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Establishes an annual appropriation of $25,000 from the General Fund to the Department of Agriculture solely for promoting aquaculture products under the program
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Defines aquaculture products as fish or shellfish produced in New Jersey through aquaculture methods as established under the "New Jersey Aquaculture Development Act" (P.L.1997, c.236)
Legislative Description
Directs Department of Agriculture to advertise and promote State aquaculture products through Jersey Fresh Program; establishes annual $25,000 appropriation.
Bills and Joint Resolutions Signed by the Governor
Last Action
Approved P.L.2025, c.201.
1/12/2026