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NJ A4388

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/19/2026

Primary Sponsor

Alex Sauickie

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Origin

General Assembly

2026-2027 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Requires the president of Rutgers University to appoint a chief viticulturist who will lead research in grape science and production in New Jersey, reporting directly to the university president.

  • Mandates appointment of a chief enologist at the Food Innovation Center of the New Jersey Agricultural Experiment Station to assist state wineries in developing new wines and improving wine quality.

  • The chief enologist position will combine scientific and winemaking knowledge to support the state's wine industry and report to the Food Innovation Center director.

  • Takes effect immediately upon enactment and supplements Title 18A, chapter 65 of the New Jersey Statutes.

Legislative Description

Directs president of Rutgers, The State University to appoint chief viticulturist and chief enologist.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

Last Action

Introduced, Referred to Assembly Agriculture and Natural Resources Committee

2/19/2026

Committee Referrals

Agriculture and Natural Resources2/19/2026

Full Bill Text

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