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NJ A264

NJ A264
Requires newly-constructed grocery stores to have generators.

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Introduced
01/13/2026
In Committee
01/13/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

2026-2027 Regular Session

Bill Summary

This bill would establish a requirement under the "State Uniform Construction Code Act," P.L.1975, c.217 (C.52:27D-119 et seq.), that newly-constructed grocery stores, including supermarkets and convenience marts, have automatic standby emergency power generators. In the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy, access to food and other basic necessities was greatly compromised due to the widespread and lengthy power outages throughout the State. This bill would require that newly-constructed grocery stores have the capacity to continue operations if power is lost during an emergency, to help ensure that the public has ready access to food and other basic necessities.

AI Summary

This bill requires that any newly-constructed grocery store, defined as a retail business primarily selling food and household supplies for off-premises use, including supermarkets and convenience stores, must be equipped with an automatic standby emergency power generator. This generator must provide enough power for the store to continue selling food and other essential items during normal business hours, and its operation, maintenance, and testing will be governed by regulations established by the Department of Community Affairs in consultation with the Commissioner of Environmental Protection. The purpose of this legislation, inspired by the widespread power outages experienced after Hurricane Sandy, is to ensure that the public can access food and basic necessities even during emergencies when the main power supply is interrupted.

Committee Categories

Military Affairs and Security

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

Introduced, Referred to Assembly Public Safety and Preparedness Committee (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/A264
BillText https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/A0500/264_I1.HTM
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