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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 create the Office of Sustainability in the Department of the Treasury. The office would be responsible for developing and implementing environmental sustainability measures in all State buildings and coordinating with all owners of real property in which State agencies are located in an effort to implement environmental sustainability practices in those buildings. These measures and practices would include using resources efficiently and minimizing raw material resource consumption, maximizing resource reuse, creating healthy working environments, and protecting and restoring the natural environment. Specifically, the office would: (1) develop and implement initiatives to improve energy efficiency, increase water conservation, reduce carbon footprints, and implement applicable principles set forth in various green building rating systems, in State buildings; (2) oversee standardized energy audits at least once every three years at all State buildings, and oversee the implementation of the recommendations contained in those audits; and (3) coordinate with the Division of Purchase and Property for the procurement by every State agency of various energy efficient and environmentally sustainable products.
AI Summary
This bill establishes a new Office of Sustainability within the Department of the Treasury, led by a director appointed by the Governor. This office will be responsible for creating and putting into practice environmental sustainability plans for all state-owned buildings and will work with owners of privately-owned buildings where state agencies are located to implement similar practices. These efforts will focus on using resources efficiently, minimizing waste, reusing materials, creating healthier work environments, and protecting nature. Specifically, the office will develop initiatives to improve energy efficiency, conserve water, reduce the carbon footprint of state buildings, and incorporate principles from green building rating systems like LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) and Green Globes. The office will also ensure that all state buildings undergo energy audits every three years and that the recommendations from these audits are implemented, and it will coordinate with the Division of Purchase and Property to ensure that state agencies purchase energy-efficient, sustainable, and recycled products.
Committee Categories
Agriculture and Natural Resources
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Environment and Solid Waste Committee (on 01/13/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2026/A2357 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/A2500/2357_I1.HTM |
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