New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Bill
A 2712: Designates salt water taffy as New Jersey State Candy.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
A 2712 is a bill introduced in the New Jersey House on January 13, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Designates salt water taffy as New Jersey State Candy. Primary sponsor: Paul Kanitra (Republican), Greg Myhre (Republican), Brian Rumpf (Republican). It lists 2 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (January 13, 2026): Introduced, Referred to Assembly Tourism, Gaming and the Arts Committee.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 4
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paul Kanitra | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 10 |
| Greg Myhre | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 9 |
| Brian Rumpf | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 9 |
| Rob Clifton | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 12 |
| Rowan, Maureen | Co-sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
“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 Tourism, Gaming and the Arts Committee