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NJ S3889
NJ S3889Requires each public institution of higher education to develop food waste reduction program on campus.
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Introduced
11/18/2024
11/18/2024
In Committee
05/05/2025
05/05/2025
Crossed Over
02/25/2025
02/25/2025
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2024-2025 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill directs each public institution of higher education to develop and implement a food waste reduction program on each campus of the institution. The purpose of the program is to redirect unused, excess food prepared or distributed at campus dining halls, facilities, and events to local food security programs, including soup kitchens, food pantries, shelters, and community nonprofits. The program is to ensure that all necessary and applicable food safety standards are met throughout the selection, packaging, and transfer of food through the program. The bill directs the institution to submit an annual report to the Governor and the Legislature on its contributions to local food security programs and post the report on its website.
AI Summary
This bill requires public colleges and universities in New Jersey to create and implement a food waste reduction program on their campuses that redirects excess, unused food from dining halls, facilities, and events to local food security organizations like soup kitchens, food pantries, shelters, and community nonprofits. The program must adhere to all applicable food safety standards during the selection, packaging, and transfer of food. Each institution will be mandated to submit an annual report to the Governor and the state Legislature detailing their contributions to local food security programs, and must also publish this report on their institutional website. The goal of the legislation is to reduce food waste on college campuses while simultaneously supporting local community organizations that help address food insecurity, with the bill taking effect immediately upon enactment.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance, Education
Sponsors (5)
Last Action
Reported and Referred to Assembly Appropriations Committee (on 05/05/2025)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2024/S3889 |
| Analysis - Statement AHI 5/5/25 | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2024/S4000/3889_S2.PDF |
| Analysis - Statement SHI 2/10/25 | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2024/S4000/3889_S1.PDF |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2024/S4000/3889_I1.HTM |
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