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NJ S605

Bill

Status

Passed

1/13/2026

Primary Sponsor

Robert Smith

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Origin

Senate

2026-2027 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Requires the State Capitol Joint Management Commission to adopt and implement an environmental sustainability plan for the State House Complex, with mandatory revisions at least every four years

  • Sustainability plan must include energy efficiency initiatives, water conservation techniques, LEED green building principles, and methods to reduce carbon emissions including tree planting and carbon credit purchases

  • Food services at the complex must be addressed in the plan, including consideration of locally produced Jersey Fresh products and compostable serviceware

  • Commission must issue annual progress reports on plan implementation, made available free to the public and posted on Governor and Legislature websites

  • Creates an advisory committee of environmental sustainability experts to assist with plan preparation and implementation, and requires sustainability considerations in all contracting decisions

Legislative Description

Requires environmental sustainability plan for State House Complex.

Withdrawn Because Approved

Last Action

Withdrawn Because Approved P.L.2025, c.286.

1/13/2026

Committee Referrals

Environment and Energy1/13/2026

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