New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Bill
S 1247: Requires DEP to update school food waste guidelines to include recommendations for how to better utilize food nearing best-by and expiration dates.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
S 1247 is a bill introduced in the New Jersey Senate on January 13, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Requires DEP to update school food waste guidelines to include recommendations for how to better utilize food nearing best-by and expiration dates. Primary sponsor: Linda Greenstein (Democratic), Angela McKnight (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (January 13, 2026): Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Environment and Energy Committee.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Linda Greenstein | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 14 |
| Angela McKnight | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 31 |
“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 in the Senate, Referred to Senate Environment and Energy Committee