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NJ S3732

Bill

Status

Introduced

3/5/2026

Primary Sponsor

Britnee Timberlake

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Origin

Senate

2026-2027 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Prohibits retail food stores and third-party grocery delivery platforms from using dynamic pricing, surveillance pricing, or personalized algorithmic pricing when selling groceries to consumers in New Jersey

  • Dynamic pricing includes AI or algorithm-driven price fluctuations in real-time, while surveillance pricing uses data from cameras, sensors, biometric monitoring, or device tracking to set customized prices for individuals

  • Exempts promotional pricing offers, loyalty program benefits, and discounts based on purchase history from the prohibition

  • Violations constitute unlawful practices under New Jersey's consumer fraud act, with penalties up to $10,000 for first offense and $20,000 for subsequent offenses, plus potential treble damages

  • Creates the "Grocery Pricing Fairness Fund" in the Department of Treasury, funded by collected penalties, with proceeds distributed to community food pantries exclusively for purchasing food

Legislative Description

Prohibits certain businesses from using dynamic, surveillance, or personalized algorithmic pricing when selling groceries to consumers.

Commerce

Last Action

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Commerce Committee

3/5/2026

Committee Referrals

Commerce3/5/2026

Full Bill Text

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