New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Bill

S 941: "New Jersey Healthy SNAP Act"; requires DHS to submit waiver to federal government to prohibit purchase of soft drinks with SNAP benefits.

In committee Last action January 13, 2026: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens Committee

Plain-language summary

S 941 is a bill introduced in the New Jersey Senate on January 13, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: "New Jersey Healthy SNAP Act"; requires DHS to submit waiver to federal government to prohibit purchase of soft drinks with SNAP benefits. Primary sponsor: Testa, Michael L., Jr., Paul Sarlo (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (January 13, 2026): Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens Committee.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Testa, Michael L., Jr.; Paul Sarlo (Democratic).