Loading chat...
NJ S1339
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/13/2026
Primary Sponsor
Joseph Pennacchio
Click for details
AI Summary
- Prohibits New Jersey state agencies, counties, and municipalities from adopting any rule, regulation, or ordinance that bans fossil fuel-powered kitchen appliances in residential or commercial settings
- Protects the installation and use of natural gas-powered ovens, stoves, and other fossil fuel kitchen appliances, provided they comply with applicable federal regulations and state regulations in effect at the time of enactment
- Preserves the authority of government entities and private organizations to implement voluntary incentive programs encouraging electric kitchen appliance adoption
- Sponsored by Senator Joseph Pennacchio (District 26, Morris and Passaic) with co-sponsors Senators Holzapfel, Testa, and Space
- Pre-filed for introduction in New Jersey's 2026 legislative session and would take effect immediately upon enactment
Legislative Description
Prohibits adoption of State and local rules that prohibit use of fossil fuel-powered kitchen appliances.
Environment and Energy
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Environment and Energy Committee
1/13/2026
Committee Referrals
Environment and Energy1/13/2026
Full Bill Text
No bill text available