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NJ A1519
Bill
Status
1/13/2026
Primary Sponsor
Clinton Calabrese
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AI Summary
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Expands New Jersey's Jersey Fresh Program to include advertising and promotion of aquaculture products (fish and shellfish produced through aquaculture in the state or state waters)
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Requires the Department of Agriculture to develop a quality grading system specific to aquaculture products, distinct from wild-caught seafood, consistent with existing Jersey Fresh grading standards
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Establishes an annual appropriation of $25,000 from the General Fund to the Department of Agriculture specifically for aquaculture product marketing under Jersey Fresh
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Aquaculture products must meet department-adopted quality standards verified through the new grading system to qualify for Jersey Fresh promotion
Legislative Description
Directs Department of Agriculture to advertise and promote State aquaculture products through Jersey Fresh Program; establishes annual $25,000 appropriation.
Withdrawn Because Approved
Last Action
Withdrawn Because Approved P.L.2025, c.201.
1/13/2026