Modifies definition of "aquaculture" throughout State law to include construction of facilities and appurtenant structures.
This bill amends New Jersey state law to clarify that the term "aquaculture" includes the construction of facilities and related structures needed to support the industry. By updating definitions in two existing statutes, the legislation ensures that infrastructure projects for raising aquatic organisms are formally recognized as part of aquaculture activities. The changes directly affect aquaculturists, developers, and regulatory agencies by aligning legal definitions with the physical realities of building and maintaining aquaculture operations.
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in committee
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Introduction
May 2026
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Governor
Introduced May 7, 2026
Last action May 7, 2026
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May 7, 2026
Introduced
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Agriculture and Natural Resources Committee
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Alex Sauickie
RRepublican
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