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NJ S622

Bill

Status

Passed

1/13/2026

Primary Sponsor

Robert Smith

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Origin

Senate

2026-2027 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Expands New Jersey's Jersey Fresh Program to include advertising and promotion of State-produced aquaculture products (fish and shellfish) alongside existing fruit and vegetable marketing efforts

  • Requires the Department of Agriculture to develop a quality grading system specific to aquaculture products, distinct from wild-caught seafood, that aligns with existing Jersey Fresh quality standards

  • Establishes an annual appropriation of $25,000 from the General Fund specifically for aquaculture product marketing under the Jersey Fresh Program

  • Defines "aquaculture product" as fish or shellfish produced in New Jersey or State waters through aquaculture methods as defined in the 1997 New Jersey Aquaculture Development Act

  • Takes effect immediately upon enactment, with the annual funding appropriation continuing in each subsequent fiscal year

Legislative Description

Directs Department of Agriculture to advertise and promote State aquaculture products through Jersey Fresh Program; establishes annual $25,000 appropriation.

Withdrawn Because Approved

Last Action

Withdrawn Because Approved P.L.2025, c.201.

1/13/2026

Committee Referrals

Environment and Energy1/13/2026

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