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in committee · New Jersey · General Assembly Jun 30, 2026

A 5295: Makes various revisions to the laws governing alcoholic beverage licensing.

This New Jersey bill updates laws governing alcoholic beverage licenses to expand the operational flexibility of craft breweries, cideries, and distilleries. It allows these establishments to serve food and non-alcoholic drinks, sell merchandise, and operate permanent or portable tap systems in approved outdoor areas. The legislation also defines specific rules for hosting events, permitting unlimited on-premises gatherings while limiting off-premises festivals to 25 per year with specific permit requirements.

passed both · New Jersey · General Assembly Jun 30, 2026

A 5016: Establishes program in EDA to encourage employee ownership awareness and provide funding and advisory support.

This bill directs the New Jersey Economic Development Authority to create a program that helps businesses understand and adopt employee ownership models, such as worker cooperatives or stock ownership plans. To support this goal, the program will offer funding for feasibility studies, provide expert consulting advice, and publish educational resources online for both employers and employees. Eligible businesses must be located in New Jersey, have at least 20 full-time employees, and maintain good standing with state agencies to receive these services. Additionally, the authority will partner with educational institutions to offer early-stage technical assistance to smaller companies that may not yet be ready for a transition.

Topics ✓ Labor & Employment

in committee · New Jersey · Senate Jun 30, 2026

S 4218: Establishes program in EDA to encourage employee ownership awareness and provide funding and advisory support.

This bill directs the New Jersey Economic Development Authority to create a program that helps businesses explore transitioning to employee ownership models, where workers hold shares or equity in their company. The initiative provides financial assistance to cover the costs of feasibility studies for eligible businesses with at least 20 full-time employees and offers ongoing advisory support to those choosing to make the transition. Additionally, the program will publish educational resources online and conduct outreach through partnerships with schools and nonprofits to raise awareness among businesses of all sizes. The legislation defines various employee ownership structures, including worker cooperatives and stock ownership plans, and establishes specific criteria for businesses and contractors to qualify for the program's services.

Topics ✓ Labor & Employment

passed · New Jersey · Senate Jun 30, 2026

S 4116: Requires public participation be allowed as component of certain public meetings.

This bill requires municipal governing bodies, boards of education, and similar public entities to set aside a specific portion of time for public comment at meetings where they vote on public business. The law mandates that these designated time slots be included in all such meetings, with the exact duration determined by the respective public body. While the bill opens these meetings to active public participation, it preserves the ability of public bodies to exclude the public during discussions involving confidential matters, privacy concerns, collective bargaining, or specific legal and employment issues. This change directly affects local governments and school districts by ensuring a formal opportunity for residents to speak on issues before decisions are made.

passed · New Jersey · Senate Jun 30, 2026

S 4166: Requires customer consent to material changes to third-party energy supply contracts under certain circumstances.*

This bill requires residential customers in New Jersey to give explicit consent before their third-party energy supply contracts undergo significant changes. It defines a material change as any modification to the contract's terms or duration, such as a price adjustment or a switch between fixed and variable rates. Energy suppliers must obtain this verbal, electronic, or written agreement and keep a verifiable record of it for any contract entered into or renewed after the law takes effect. Additionally, the state's Board of Public Utilities will be tasked with creating specific rules to ensure this new consent process is properly implemented.

Topics ✓ Energy

in committee · New Jersey · Senate Jun 30, 2026

S 4194: Revises certain requirements for prescription of Schedule II controlled dangerous substances via telemedicine and telehealth without in-person examination or review.*

This bill allows New Jersey healthcare providers to prescribe Schedule II controlled substances, such as certain pain medications, through telemedicine without requiring an in-person examination. It permits these prescriptions based on a remote provider-patient relationship, provided the provider has reviewed the patient's medical records and determined they can meet the standard of care remotely. The legislation also mandates that providers disclose their credentials, offer patients the option to see a physician specifically, and ensure proper follow-up care is arranged. By amending existing state laws, the bill expands access to specific controlled medications for patients using virtual healthcare services while maintaining regulatory oversight.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

in committee · New Jersey · General Assembly Jun 30, 2026

A 5048: Prohibits sale, manufacture, and distribution of certain apparel and diaper products containing intentionally added perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances.*

This New Jersey bill prohibits the sale, manufacture, and distribution of apparel containing intentionally added perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) starting two years after the law takes effect. The legislation defines 'apparel' broadly to include clothing, footwear, and outdoor gear, while explicitly excluding personal protective equipment and military uniforms. Violations of the ban will be treated as offenses under existing consumer protection laws, with penalties applied to sellers and manufacturers who distribute non-compliant products.

Topics ✓ Environment ✓ Veterans

in committee · New Jersey · Senate Jun 30, 2026

S 4268: Requires Division of Travel and Tourism to establish New Jersey Film Trail.

This bill directs New Jersey's Division of Travel and Tourism to create an official New Jersey Film Trail that highlights locations used for movies and television productions. The program will identify filming sites, install official markers at public locations, and oversee any markers placed by private entities while explicitly excluding private residences from the trail. To support visitors, the bill requires the creation of a searchable online map and website featuring driving directions, tour information, photos, and vacation itineraries that connect filming sites with nearby attractions. The initiative relies on public-private partnerships for funding and allows the state to accept financial assistance from private sources to cover marker-related costs.

passed both · New Jersey · Senate Jun 30, 2026

S 4193: Establishes "Fortifying Corn Masa Act."

This bill requires all corn masa flour and wet corn masa products sold in New Jersey to be fortified with folic acid to help reduce the risk of neural tube defects, which disproportionately affect Latino communities. Manufacturers must add specific amounts of folic acid to dry flour and wet products and clearly label these ingredients on nutrition facts panels. The law allows the state health commissioner to grant exemptions for specific products or companies if necessary. By making these changes, the legislation aims to ensure that dietary staples common in Central and South American cuisines provide essential nutritional benefits comparable to other fortified grains.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

passed both · New Jersey · General Assembly Jun 30, 2026

A 4883: Requires Division of Travel and Tourism to establish New Jersey Film Trail.

This bill directs New Jersey's Division of Travel and Tourism to create a "New Jersey Film Trail" that marks locations used for movies and television shows. The program will place official markers at state-owned sites and may install them on private property with owner consent, while explicitly excluding private residences from the trail. To build the trail, the division will accept public suggestions and verify locations with a state commission before adding them to a searchable online map and list. The initiative also includes a website feature that provides driving directions, tour information, and suggested vacation itineraries connecting filming sites with nearby attractions. Funding for these markers on private land must come from private sources, such as grants or donations, rather than public funds.

in committee · New Jersey · Senate Jun 30, 2026

SJR 143: Designates November 7 of each year as "Shwachman Diamond Syndrome Awareness Day" in NJ.

This bill designates November 7 of each year as Shwachman Diamond Syndrome Awareness Day in New Jersey. It aims to increase public understanding of this rare genetic disorder that affects bone marrow, the pancreas, and skeletal development. The resolution requests the Governor to issue an annual proclamation encouraging citizens and officials to observe the day with relevant activities. This symbolic measure does not change laws or allocate funding but serves to highlight the condition and support ongoing research efforts.

passed · New Jersey · General Assembly Jun 30, 2026

A 5062: Requires health insurance and Medicaid coverage for testing and treatments to slow progression of Alzheimer's disease and related disorders.

This New Jersey bill mandates that health insurance plans and Medicaid cover medically necessary tests and FDA-approved treatments designed to slow the progression of Alzheimer's disease and related disorders. The law applies to hospital service, medical service, and health service corporation contracts, as well as individual and group health insurance policies issued or renewed in the state. A key provision ensures that these specific Alzheimer's treatments are not subject to step therapy requirements, meaning patients can access them without needing to try other medications first. Additionally, the coverage must be provided at the same level as benefits for other medical conditions.

Topics ✓ Healthcare