Bill
Bill > A2568
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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 prohibits a retail food store from increasing the retail price of a staple food good more than once per day. Under the bill, "staple food good" means a food item intended for home preparation and consumption and shall include cereals, bakery products, meats, poultry, fish, eggs, dairy, fruits, and vegetables. A retail food store that violates the provisions of this bill shall be subject to a civil penalty of $1,000 for a first offense, $2,500 for a second offense, and $5,000 for a third and subsequent offense. Violations of this bill shall be investigated and enforced by the Office of Weights and Measures in consultation with the Office of Consumer Protection.
AI Summary
This bill prohibits a retail food store from raising the price of a "staple food good" more than once per day, with "staple food good" defined as any food item meant for home preparation and consumption, including items like cereals, meats, dairy, fruits, and vegetables. This measure aims to prevent frequent price hikes on essential food items. Stores that violate this rule will face escalating civil penalties: $1,000 for a first offense, $2,500 for a second, and $5,000 for any subsequent offenses. The Office of Weights and Measures, working with the Office of Consumer Protection, will be responsible for investigating and enforcing these provisions.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Consumer Affairs 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/A2568 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/A3000/2568_I1.HTM |
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