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NJ S2269

NJ S2269
Requires each public institution of higher education to develop food waste reduction program on campus.

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Introduced
01/13/2026
In Committee
01/13/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
01/13/2026
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
01/13/2026

Introduced Session

2026-2027 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 every public college and university in New Jersey to create and run a program on each of its campuses aimed at reducing food waste. The main goal of these programs is to give away unused, surplus food from campus dining halls, facilities, and events to local organizations that help people facing food insecurity, such as soup kitchens, food pantries, shelters, and other community non-profits. The bill emphasizes that these programs must follow all important food safety rules when selecting, packaging, and giving away the food. Additionally, each institution must prepare a yearly report detailing its efforts to support local food security programs and submit it to the Governor and the State Legislature, as well as publish it on its own website.

Committee Categories

Education

Sponsors (5)

Last Action

Withdrawn Because Approved P.L.2025, c.309. (on 01/13/2026)
(3 Companion Bills)

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Document Type Source Location
State Bill Page https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2026/S2269
BillText https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/S2500/2269_I1.HTM
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