New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Bill

S 609: Establishes Statewide targets to reduce disposal of organic waste in landfills; requires DEP to adopt regulations to achieve targets.

In committee Last action January 13, 2026: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Environment and Energy Committee

Plain-language summary

S 609 is a bill introduced in the New Jersey Senate on January 13, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Establishes Statewide targets to reduce disposal of organic waste in landfills; requires DEP to adopt regulations to achieve targets. Primary sponsor: Bob Smith (Democratic), Linda Greenstein (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (January 13, 2026): Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Environment and Energy Committee.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Bob Smith (Democratic); Linda Greenstein (Democratic).