NJ A2568

Retail food stores in New Jersey would be prohibited from increasing the price of any staple food item more than once per day

Staple foods covered include cereals, bakery products, meats, poultry, fish, eggs, dairy, fruits, and vegetables intended for home preparation and consumption

Civil penalties for violations escalate from $1,000 for a first offense, to $2,500 for a second offense, to $5,000 for third and subsequent offenses

The Office of Weights and Measures within the Division of Consumer Affairs would investigate and enforce violations in consultation with the Office of Consumer Protection

The bill is pre-filed for introduction in the 2026 legislative session and would take effect immediately upon enactment