Establishes NJEDA urban farming grant and loan program.
This bill establishes a New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA) program providing grants and loans to support urban farming. It directly affects urban farming operations in cities (defined as neighborhoods in cities of any class or eligible municipalities) that grow fresh produce for public school cafeterias. Key provisions require applicants to secure contracts with school districts, demonstrate farming experience, and commit to supplying schools with produce. The program excludes marijuana cultivation and aims to help acquire, maintain, and supply urban farming sites to public schools.
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Introduced Jan 13, 2026
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Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Economic Growth Committee
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Teresa Ruiz
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