New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Bill

A 3540: "Food Desert Elimination Act"; provides incentives to supermarkets and grocery stores that locate in "food deserts."

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

Plain-language summary

A 3540 is a bill introduced in the New Jersey House on January 13, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: "Food Desert Elimination Act"; provides incentives to supermarkets and grocery stores that locate in "food deserts.". Primary sponsor: Lou Greenwald (Democratic), Craig Coughlin (Democratic), Shanique Speight (Democratic). It lists 5 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (January 13, 2026): Introduced, Referred to Assembly Agriculture and Natural Resources Committee.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Lou Greenwald (Democratic); Craig Coughlin (Democratic); Shanique Speight (Democratic). 5 co-sponsors.