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NJ A911
NJ A911Modifies requirements for operation of certain food and service stands in State, county, and municipal buildings, grounds, and premises.
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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
Under current law, food and service stands such as cafes and newsstands operated in State, county, and municipal buildings, grounds, and premises are operated by blind persons under the New Jersey Commission for the Blind and Visually Impaired. When such stand ceases to operate, the stand may be operated by another blind person; however, at times, the stand may be vacant for an extended period of time. Under this bill, where a stand is operated by a blind person and: (1) if the operator ceases to operate the stand and the stand remains out of service for at least three calendar months, such stand will be made available to be operated by a disabled person-owned business with a license to operate such stand. (2) if the operator ceases to operate the stand and the stand remains out of service for at least six calendar months, such stand will be available to be operated by a veteran-owned business with a license to operate such stand. (3) if the operator ceases to operate the stand and the stand remains out of service for at least nine calendar months, such stand will be available to be operated by any business with a license to operate such stand. No license fee, rental, or other charge will be required by a disabled person-owned business or a veteran-owned business. When an operator other than a blind person ceases to operate such stand, the stand will revert to the control of the commission and priority and preference for the further operation of the stand will be returned to the commission for operation by a blind person. The provisions of the bill will not impair any contract in effect on the effective date of the bill. Under the bill, "disabled person-owned business" means a business that has its principal place of business in the State, is independently owned and operated and at least 51 percent of the business is owned and controlled by a person with a disability. "Veteran-owned business" means a business that has its principal place of business in the State, is independently owned and operated and at least 51 percent of the business is owned and controlled by persons who are veterans.
AI Summary
This bill modifies the rules for operating food and service stands, like cafes and newsstands, in state, county, and municipal buildings. Currently, these stands are primarily operated by blind individuals under the New Jersey Commission for the Blind and Visually Impaired. The bill introduces a tiered system for when a stand becomes vacant: if a stand is empty for at least three months, it can be operated by a "disabled person-owned business" (a business at least 51% owned and controlled by a person with a disability), and if it remains empty for six months, it can be operated by a "veteran-owned business" (a business at least 51% owned and controlled by veterans); these businesses will not have to pay license fees or rent. If a stand is vacant for nine months, any business with a license can operate it. If an operator other than a blind person leaves, the stand reverts to the Commission's control with priority given back to blind operators. The bill also clarifies that no fees are charged for stands operated by blind individuals. These changes will not affect existing contracts.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Children, Families and Food Security Committee (on 01/13/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2026/A911 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/A1000/911_I1.HTM |
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