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NJ S905
NJ S905Transfers administration of certain nutrition programs to Department of Agriculture.
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Introduced
01/13/2026
01/13/2026
In Committee
01/13/2026
01/13/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026-2027 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill would transfer primary administration of the WIC Farmers' Market Nutrition Program, the Seniors Farmers' Market Nutrition Program and the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children from the Department of Health to the Department of Agriculture. These programs were established through the United States Department of Agriculture. Additionally, the bill would transfer all grants and other moneys that are made available for the programs to the Department of Agriculture. Finally, any employees of the Department of Health who are deemed necessary for the proper administration of these programs would also be transferred to the Department of Agriculture.
AI Summary
This bill transfers the primary responsibility for administering three federal nutrition programs – the WIC Farmers' Market Nutrition Program, the Seniors Farmers' Market Nutrition Program, and the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (often referred to as WIC) – from the Department of Health to the Department of Agriculture. These programs, which aim to provide nutritional assistance, were originally established through federal legislation and administered by the U.S. Department of Agriculture. The bill also mandates the transfer of all associated grants and funds to the Department of Agriculture, and any employees from the Department of Health who are deemed essential for the proper management of these nutrition programs will also be moved to the Department of Agriculture, following the procedures outlined in the "State Agency Transfer Act."
Committee Categories
Business and Industry
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Economic Growth Committee (on 01/13/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2026/S905 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/S1000/905_I1.HTM |
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