SJR 168 New Jersey Senate · 2024-2025 Regular Session

Recognizes right to adequate food.

SJR 168 is a non-binding resolution recognizing the right to adequate food as a principle for New Jersey state policy. It defines key terms like "food sovereignty," "economic access," and "sustainability," and encourages state, county, and municipal agencies to prioritize food access - especially for underdeveloped communities - when making decisions. The resolution does not create legal rights for individuals or mandate specific actions, but urges agencies to coordinate with the Department of Agriculture on supporting local farms and food systems. It explicitly states the resolution cannot be used to establish private legal claims.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
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Nov 2025
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Introduced Nov 6, 2025 Last action Dec 18, 2025
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Dec 11, 2025
Upper · Passed
Reported out of Senate Committee with Amendments, 2nd Reading
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Nov 6, 2025
Introduced
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Economic Growth Committee
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