S 521 New Jersey Senate · 2026-2027 Regular Session

Makes pilot program for special occasion events at wineries on preserved farmland permanent program.

This bill makes permanent a program allowing wineries on preserved farmland to host special occasion events (like weddings or festivals). It requires such events to generate under 50% of a winery’s annual income, use agricultural products when possible, occur on specific days, and follow local noise, waste, and safety rules. The bill also changes reporting requirements from annual to biennial reports for county boards and the State Agriculture Development Committee to review the program’s impact. It directly affects wineries operating on preserved farmland in New Jersey, ensuring their event hosting remains regulated but permanent.
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Introduced Jan 13, 2026 Last action Jan 13, 2026
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Jan 13, 2026
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Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Economic Growth Committee
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