New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Bill

A 1438: Allows use of fish pumps to remove menhaden from purse seines in certain circumstances.

In committee Last action January 13, 2026: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Agriculture and Natural Resources Committee

Plain-language summary

A 1438 is a bill introduced in the New Jersey House on January 13, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Allows use of fish pumps to remove menhaden from purse seines in certain circumstances. Primary sponsor: Erik Simonsen (Republican), John DiMaio (Republican). It lists 1 additional sponsor. Most recent recorded action (January 13, 2026): Introduced, Referred to Assembly Agriculture and Natural Resources Committee.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Erik Simonsen (Republican); John DiMaio (Republican). 1 co-sponsor.