A 4997 New Jersey General Assembly · 2026-2027 Regular Session

Permits sale of raw milk under certain conditions and establishes raw milk permit program.

This bill allows the sale of unpasteurized raw milk in New Jersey by creating a new permit program for dairy farms. Under the proposed rules, farmers must obtain approval from the Department of Agriculture and the Department of Health, agree to specific health standards for their cattle, and pay a fee to cover inspection costs. The law requires that raw milk be sold only on the farm where it is produced, labeled with warnings about potential health risks, and kept at safe temperatures. Additionally, permit holders must sign an affidavit confirming they do not use growth hormones in their dairy production.
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May 2026
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Introduced May 7, 2026 Last action May 7, 2026
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May 7, 2026
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Introduced, Referred to Assembly Agriculture and Natural Resources Committee
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Dawn Fantasia
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