New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Bill
A 1537: Prohibits aquaculture of any species of octopus for purpose of human consumption.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
A 1537 is a bill introduced in the New Jersey House on January 13, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Prohibits aquaculture of any species of octopus for purpose of human consumption. Primary sponsor: Clinton Calabrese (Democratic), Cody Miller (Democratic), Avi Schnall (Democratic). It lists 12 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (January 13, 2026): Introduced, Referred to Assembly Agriculture and Natural Resources Committee.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 8 · Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clinton Calabrese | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 36 |
| Cody Miller | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 4 |
| Avi Schnall | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 30 |
| Singh, Balvir | Co-sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
| Rob Clifton | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 12 |
| Peterpaul, Luanne M., Esq. | Co-sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
| Shama Haider | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 37 |
| Dan Hutchison | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 4 |
| Melinda Kane | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 6 |
| Brennan, Katie | Co-sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
| Jim Kennedy | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 22 |
| Kearney, Vincent M. | Co-sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
| Donlon, Margie, M.D. | Co-sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
| Sweeney, Marisa | Co-sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
| Lisa Swain | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 38 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Introduced, Referred to Assembly Agriculture and Natural Resources Committee