Environment and Energy

Assembly Bill 4994 · Modifies definition of "aquaculture" throughout State law to include construction of facilities and appurtenant structures.

Still in committee since September 28, 2026

Senate Bill 4546 · Establishes targets for roadside solar projects in State's solar energy incentive program.

Still in committee since September 28, 2026

Senate Bill 4556 · "Green Building Tax Credit Act."

Still in committee since September 28, 2026

Senate Bill 4558 · Provides corporation business tax credit and gross income tax credits for purchase and installation of certain electric vehicle charging stations.

Still in committee since September 28, 2026

Senate Bill 4563 · Provides economic development incentives for remediating and redeveloping legacy landfills, brownfields, and contaminated sites.

Still in committee since September 28, 2026

Senate Bill 4565 · Establishes pilot program for solar energy generation on roadside right-of-way areas.

Still in committee since September 28, 2026

Senate Bill 4578 · Authorizes local governments and nonprofit organizations to utilize certain constitutionally dedicated CBT revenues for administrative expenses.

Still in committee since September 28, 2026

Senate Bill 4599 · Requires DEP to regulate scrap metal facilities as recycling facilities.

Still in committee since September 28, 2026

Senate Bill 4602 · Authorizes long-term public contracts of up to 25 years for provision of electricity and related products for energy storage systems.

Still in committee since September 28, 2026

Senate Bill 4603 · "Clean Water and Safe Communities Bond Act," authorizes bonds for $5 billion; appropriates $5,000.

Still in committee since September 28, 2026

Senate Bill 4517 · Exempts municipalities from stream cleaning permit fees.

Still in committee since June 26, 2026

Senate Bill 4495 · Allows use of Green Acres funds to fully fund certain projects on State-owned land by certain nonprofit organizations.

Sent June 22, 2026 · Moved on without a report after 6 days · then passed the Senate, and became law

Senate Bill 4496 · Prohibits use of paper receipts containing bisphenol-A or bisphenol-S; provides for phased-in prohibition on use of all paper receipts; authorizes continued use of electronic receipts.

Still in committee since June 22, 2026

Senate Bill 4468 · Requires DEP to establish maximum contaminant level for certain perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances in drinking water and establish private well testing program.

Sent June 15, 2026 · Reported out after 115 days

Senate Bill 4440 · "Clean Firm Energy Reliability Act;" directs BPU to establish program to procure certain electricity generation facilities in State.

Still in committee since June 11, 2026

Senate Bill 4431 · Concerning the use of glyphosate.

Still in committee since June 8, 2026

Senate Bill 4400 · Requires DEP to conduct study of short and long term effects of water use by large-scale data centers.

Sent June 4, 2026 · Reported out after 126 days

Senate Bill 4401 · Requires BPU to conduct study on environmental, infrastructural, and financial impacts of data center development in State.

Still in committee since June 4, 2026

Senate Bill 4423 · Appropriates $77,406,208 from constitutionally dedicated CBT revenues and various Green Acres funds to DEP for local government open space acquisition and park development projects, and for certain administrative expenses.

Sent June 4, 2026 · Reported out after 4 days · then passed the Senate, and became law

Senate Bill 4424 · Appropriates $15,546,575 to DEP from constitutionally dedicated CBT revenues for grants to certain nonprofit entities to acquire or develop lands for recreation and conservation purposes, and for certain administrative expenses.

Sent June 4, 2026 · Reported out after 4 days · then passed the Senate, and became law

Senate Bill 4425 · Appropriates $64,787,327 from constitutionally dedicated CBT revenues and other farmland preservation funds to State Agriculture Development Committee for farmland preservation purposes.

Sent June 4, 2026 · Reported out after 4 days · then passed the Senate

Senate Bill 4426 · Appropriates $10,000,000 from constitutionally dedicated CBT revenues to State Agriculture Development Committee for municipal planning incentive grants for farmland preservation purposes.

Sent June 4, 2026 · Reported out after 4 days · then passed the Senate

Senate Bill 4427 · Appropriates $3,479,032 from constitutionally dedicated CBT revenues to State Agriculture Development Committee for grants to certain nonprofit organizations for farmland preservation purposes.

Sent June 4, 2026 · Reported out after 4 days · then passed the Senate

Senate Bill 4382 · The "Family and Private Burial Grounds Preservation Act."

Still in committee since June 1, 2026

Senate Bill 4386 · Prohibits hotels from providing guests with personal care products in single-use plastic containers under certain circumstances.

Still in committee since June 1, 2026

Senate Bill 4332 · Concerns endangered plant species in NJ.

Still in committee since May 28, 2026

Senate Bill 4364 · Establishes program and investment fund in DEP to support implementation of Wildlife Corridor Action Plan; authorizes creation of special Wildlife Corridor license plates.

Still in committee since May 28, 2026

Senate Bill 4317 · Prohibits DEP from limiting number of mobile sport fishing permits issued annually; requires valid registration with New Jersey Saltwater Recreational Registry Program.

Still in committee since May 21, 2026

Senate Bill 4321 · Authorizes use of Global Warming Solutions Fund monies for cost reduction programs; requires DEP to prioritize consumer relief when allocating Global Warming Solutions Fund monies.

Still in committee since May 21, 2026

Senate Bill 4223 · Authorizes payment of relocation costs under Blue Acres program.

Still in committee since May 14, 2026

Senate Bill 4225 · Prohibits use of lead ammunition in hunting.

Still in committee since May 14, 2026

Senate Bill 4226 · Increases amount of certain grant funds available to local governments and non-profit organizations for recreation and conservation purposes.

Still in committee since May 14, 2026

Senate Bill 4230 · Provides permanent exemption for certain polystyrene foam food service products from law prohibiting sale and provision of polystyrene foam food service products.

Still in committee since May 14, 2026

Senate Bill 4273 · Requires DEP to modify certain timelines and requirements for certain approvals associated with development of affordable housing projects.

Still in committee since May 14, 2026

Senate Bill 4296 · "Power NJ Act"; establishes advanced nuclear energy procurement program in BPU.

Sent May 14, 2026 · Reported out after 25 days

Senate Bill 4125 · Allows gross income tax deduction for amounts paid for removal of lead, asbestos, sodium, chloride, and other contaminants from taxpayer's property.

Still in committee since May 11, 2026

Senate Bill 4129 · Requires study of ocean energy potential; directs BPU to establish wave and tidal energy generation goals and take other action to establish NJ as nationwide leader in ocean energy.

Still in committee since May 11, 2026

Senate Bill 4140 · Establishes a pilot program for State flood monitoring and rainfall sensing; appropriates $2 million.

Still in committee since May 11, 2026

Senate Bill 4142 · Establishes abandoned mine reclamation programs and funding in DOT and DEP.

Sent May 11, 2026 · Moved on without a report after 21 days

Senate Bill 4162 · "Affordable Power Purchase Agreements Extension Act"; concerns extension of certain public entity contracts related to energy conservation and renewable energy production.

Sent May 11, 2026 · Reported out after 28 days · then passed the Senate, and became law

Senate Bill 4214 · Codifies finding that greenhouse gas emissions contribute to climate change and endanger public health, safety, welfare, and environment; amends "Air Pollution Control Act (1954)" to define greenhouse gases as air pollutants subject to regulation.

Sent May 11, 2026 · Reported out after 150 days

Senate Bill 4217 · Authorizes NJ Infrastructure Bank to expend certain sums to make loans for Community Hazard Assistance Mitigation Program projects for FY2027.

Sent May 11, 2026 · Reported out after 7 days · then passed the Senate, and became law

Senate Bill 4220 · Authorizes NJ Infrastructure Bank to expend certain sums to make loans for environmental infrastructure projects for FY2027.

Sent May 11, 2026 · Reported out after 7 days · then passed the Senate, and became law

Senate Bill 4221 · Appropriates funds to DEP for environmental infrastructure projects for FY2027.

Sent May 11, 2026 · Reported out after 7 days · then passed the Senate, and became law

Assembly Bill 1872 · Exempts community gardens operating on-site composting systems or other systems of managing organic waste from certain DEP permits under certain conditions.

Still in committee since May 4, 2026

Assembly Bill 1873 · Requires DEP to prioritize funding for certain projects for acquisition of lands for recreation and conservation purposes and certain environmental infrastructure projects that include, or allow for, flood mitigation projects.

Still in committee since May 4, 2026

Senate Bill 4041 · Increases amounts of aid paid to certain municipalities that host watershed lands; increases amount annually appropriated to "Highlands Protection Fund" from realty transfer fee revenues.

Still in committee since March 23, 2026

Senate Bill 4057 · Exempts rugs and fabrics used in vehicles from provisions of "Protecting Against Forever Chemicals Act."

Sent March 23, 2026 · Reported out after 77 days · then passed the Senate

Senate Bill 4058 · "Construction Containment and Pollution Prevention Act"; requires contractors to use containment devices to prevent release of certain pollutants outside of worksites.

Sent March 23, 2026 · Reported out after 77 days

Senate Bill 4061 · Allows value of SREC-IIs to be included in cost-benefit calculations under energy savings improvement programs.

Sent March 23, 2026 · Reported out after 56 days

Senate Bill 3955 · Allows DEP to authorize reformation assessment of certain water and wastewater treatment and conveyance systems.

Still in committee since March 19, 2026

Senate Bill 3958 · Excludes biomass, solar, and wind energy systems located on rooftops, unpreserved farmland, or exception areas from certain size restrictions applicable to preserved farmland.

Still in committee since March 19, 2026

Senate Bill 3974 · Prohibits municipalities from enacting or enforcing certain ordinances that prohibit certain lawful fish, game, wild bird, and animal activities.

Still in committee since March 19, 2026

Senate Bill 4021 · Requires certain businesses to submit excess food reduction plan to DEP; provides CBT credit to eligible businesses that reduce excess food by 25 percent.

Still in committee since March 19, 2026

Senate Bill 3939 · Permits dual-use solar energy projects to participate in community solar program.*

Sent March 12, 2026 · Reported out after 88 days · then passed the Senate, and became law

Senate Bill 3944 · Authorizes renewable energy systems on preserved farmland to provide power or heat to adjacent properties, under certain conditions.

Sent March 12, 2026 · Reported out after 67 days · then passed the Senate

Senate Bill 3830 · Directs DEP to develop guidelines concerning State and local government purchase of goods made from recycled material.

Still in committee since March 10, 2026

Senate Bill 3831 · Directs DEP to establish rebate program for purchase of microfiber washing machine filter or replacement filter; appropriates $2.5 million.

Still in committee since March 10, 2026

Senate Bill 3832 · Exempts community gardens composting on-site from certain DEP permits under certain conditions.

Still in committee since March 10, 2026

Senate Bill 3833 · Requires public water systems to provide certain notice of boil water notices and violations of drinking water quality standards.

Still in committee since March 10, 2026

Senate Bill 3835 · Requires DEP to perform certain assessments concerning regulation of perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances.

Still in committee since March 10, 2026

Senate Bill 3836 · Creates Office of Sustainability.

Still in committee since March 10, 2026

Senate Bill 3837 · Requires water suppliers to reimburse residential customers for drinking water testing under certain circumstances.

Still in committee since March 10, 2026

Senate Bill 3838 · Establishes "Community Power Storage Program."

Still in committee since March 10, 2026

Senate Bill 3848 · Allows counties and municipalities to use open space trust funds for remediation of collapsed mine shafts and sinkholes on property owned by county or municipality.

Still in committee since March 10, 2026

Senate Bill 3850 · Increases certain power vessel operator license fees and amount dedicated from license fees to Lake Hopatcong Fund.

Still in committee since March 10, 2026

Senate Bill 3851 · Allows possession of bear spray under certain conditions.

Still in committee since March 10, 2026

Senate Bill 3853 · Changes membership of Lake Hopatcong Commission and requires DEP to develop water level management plan for Lake Hopatcong to be approved by commission.

Still in committee since March 10, 2026

Senate Bill 3870 · Modifies certain CAFRA permit review requirements for nuclear facilities.

Sent March 10, 2026 · Reported out after 6 days · then passed the Senate, and became law

Senate Bill 3721 · Requires installation of Type IV flotation devices at certain lakes, ponds, and rivers.

Still in committee since March 5, 2026

Senate Bill 3722 · Makes $100 million in federal funds available to DEP for grants to local governments for drinking water, wastewater, and stormwater infrastructure projects.

Still in committee since March 5, 2026

Senate Bill 3723 · Authorizes use of certain constitutionally dedicated CBT revenues for grants for prevention and remediation of harmful algal blooms.

Still in committee since March 5, 2026

Senate Bill 3745 · Establishes two-year pilot program to address antibiotic-resistant bacteria and genes in State water systems; appropriates $3 million.

Still in committee since March 5, 2026

Senate Bill 3819 · Modifies certain requirements for transmission-scale energy storage procurement under BPU incentive program.

Sent March 5, 2026 · Reported out after 11 days · then passed the Senate

Senate Bill 688 · Requires Commissioner of Community Affairs to amend or supplement State Uniform Construction Code concerning use of balcony solar panel systems.

Still in committee since March 2, 2026

Senate Bill 3665 · Requires BPU to provide funding for purchase and installation of photovoltaic technologies for age-restricted community clubhouse facilities from societal benefits charge.

Still in committee since February 24, 2026

Senate Bill 3567 · Permits small businesses to qualify for loans from EDA for costs of energy audit and making energy efficiency or conservation improvements.

Still in committee since February 19, 2026

Senate Bill 3574 · Establishes grant program in DEP to provide financial assistance to municipalities for infrastructure and other physical upgrades to certain municipally owned sanitary landfill facilities closed before June 1987; appropriates $10 million.

Still in committee since February 19, 2026

Senate Bill 3607 · Requires State to use certain energy-efficient outdoor lighting fixtures.

Still in committee since February 19, 2026

Senate Bill 3379 · Requires data center owners and operators to submit semi-annual water and energy usage reports to BPU.

Sent February 9, 2026 · Reported out after 3 days · then passed the Senate, and became law

Senate Bill 3391 · "Beverage Container Deposit Act"; requires use of returnable beverage containers in NJ and establishes deposit and refund system to facilitate return of such containers to manufacturers for reuse or proper disposal.

Still in committee since February 9, 2026

Senate Bill 3400 · Directs EDA to establish New Jersey Energy Independence Bank.

Still in committee since February 9, 2026

Senate Bill 3415 · Requires DEP to establish resident-only priority registration period for sale of permits at Island Beach State Park before opening sales to non-residents.

Still in committee since February 9, 2026

Senate Bill 3416 · "Flood Zone Clarification Act"; modifies procedure for delineation of State flood hazard areas.

Still in committee since February 9, 2026

Senate Bill 3422 · "Expediency and Accessibility in State Environmental Permitting Act"; appropriates $3,750,000.

Still in committee since February 9, 2026

Senate Bill 3423 · Authorizes use of certain fish pumps to remove menhaden from purse seines.

Sent February 9, 2026 · Moved on without a report after 252 days

Senate Bill 3332 · Requires boil water notices to be provided by certain public water systems via telephone, email or text message.

Still in committee since February 5, 2026

Senate Bill 3377 · Directs DEP to lift conservation restrictions imposed as condition of CAFRA permit under certain conditions.

Sent February 5, 2026 · Reported out after 102 days

Senate Bill 3223 · Requires schools and child care centers to test drinking water for lead every two years and install filters certified to reduce lead levels.

Still in committee since February 2, 2026

Senate Bill 3235 · The "Safe Playing Fields Act"; restricts use of lawn care pesticides at child care centers and certain schools.

Still in committee since February 2, 2026

Senate Bill 3251 · Makes various changes to New Jersey Infrastructure Bank's enabling act.

Sent February 2, 2026 · Reported out after 10 days · then passed the Senate

Senate Bill 3254 · Prohibits expenditure of Green Acres funds for purchase, use, installation, or replacement of artificial turf fields.

Sent February 2, 2026 · Reported out after 126 days

Senate Bill 3256 · Eliminates prohibition on provision of single-use paper and plastic carryout bags by grocery stores for delivery, pick-up or curbside pickup orders.

Still in committee since February 2, 2026

Senate Bill 3258 · Increases cap on grants for farmland stewardship activities to $100,000 per application.

Still in committee since February 2, 2026

Senate Bill 3259 · Provides exemption from DEP permit fees to municipalities after natural disaster involving flooding.

Still in committee since February 2, 2026

Senate Bill 3280 · Repeals law prohibiting sale or distribution of single-use plastic carryout bags, single-use paper carryout bags, polystyrene foam food service products, and single-use plastic straws.

Still in committee since February 2, 2026

Senate Bill 3281 · Repeals law that prohibits certain establishments from providing or selling various single-use products to customers.

Still in committee since February 2, 2026

Senate Bill 76 · Restricts phosphorus content and requires labelling thereof for household cleansing products.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 81 · Concerns valuation of property condemned for dune construction or beach replenishment.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 82 · Provides State income tax credit for removal of lawns near Barnegat Bay.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 83 · Prohibits sale, distribution, and use of urea as an ice melt.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 84 · "Barnegat Bay Protection Act"; establishes Barnegat Bay Protection Fund, dedicates portion of sales tax on fertilizer, authorizes special license plates, and provides for donations.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 85 · Changes law regulating size limits of lobsters.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 87 · Clarifies that fishing license is not required to fish at private community lake.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 126 · Appropriates $4 million to DEP for local cost share of certain beach replenishment project in Ocean County.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 177 · Eliminates prohibition on provision of single-use paper bags by grocery stores for delivery orders; requires certain retailers to repurpose cardboard boxes if feasible.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 201 · Requires DEP to adopt rules and regulations establishing alternative provisions by which vehicle manufacturers may comply with Low Emission Vehicle program.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 303 · Requires DEP to provide time period during which mobile sport fishing permits may be purchased only by NJ residents.

Sent January 13, 2026 · Reported out after 62 days

Senate Bill 309 · Requires DEP to provide public access for boats to certain State-and county-owned lakes and reservoirs.

Sent January 13, 2026 · Reported out after 30 days

Senate Bill 311 · Requires certain facilities that store or process automotive shredder residue to obtain DEP permit; defines "hazardous waste" to include automotive shredder residue.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 313 · Requires businesses that violates State environmental laws to forfeit economic development subsidies under certain circumstances.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 320 · Authorizes EDA to provide grants from "Global Warming Solutions Fund" to finance replacement of certain agricultural equipment.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 336 · Establishes requirements for sale and planting of running bamboo; requires recordkeeping of certain violations and consideration thereof as grounds for license or registration review.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 338 · Authorizes voluntary donation of expired food or food waste to farmers; authorizes donations if farmer waives liability.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 339 · Prohibits DEP from requiring person under 16 years of age to obtain horseback riding permit to ride in State wildlife management areas.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 346 · Extends for five years expiration date of special appraisal process for Green Acres program and farmland preservation program for lands in Highlands Region.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 396 · "Palisades Cliffs Protection and Planning Act"; concerns preservation of Palisades Cliffs and creates Palisades Cliffs Preservation Council.

Sent January 13, 2026 · Stopped in committee after 30 days

Senate Bill 412 · Designates and preserves Caven Point Peninsula in Liberty State Park as natural habitat.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 444 · Provides corporation business tax credits and gross income tax credits for purchase of certain hydrogen fuel cell vehicles.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 459 · Prohibits persons from installing, planting, or placing nonfunctional turf or invasive plant species on certain types of property during certain construction projects.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 484 · Requires municipal planning boards and zoning boards of adjustment to incorporate recommendations from certain local environmental commissions on applications for development.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 487 · Exempts sales of energy-saving products and services from sales and use tax.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 515 · Exempts certain plenary winery licensees from filing requirements imposed on retail sellers of litter-generating products.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 522 · Directs Department of Agriculture to establish Jersey Fresh sales pilot program; appropriates $500,000.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 530 · Increases dedication of certain revenues to "New Jersey Wine Promotion Account."

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 551 · Requires use of protective headgear when horseback riding on State-owned lands.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 563 · Exempts sales of reusable carryout bags from sales and use tax.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 605 · Requires environmental sustainability plan for State House Complex.

Sent January 13, 2026 · Stopped in committee after 0 days

Senate Bill 606 · Establishes standards for food date labeling; requires Commissioner of Health to establish public education program and promulgate guidelines related to food safety.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 607 · Establishes Renewable and Efficient Energy Financing Program; authorizes BPU to transfer up to $20 million annually in societal benefits charge revenues to New Jersey Infrastructure Bank for purposes of program.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 608 · "Water Resources Protection Trust Fund Act"; establishes user fee on water consumption and diversion; utilizes fee revenue for water quality, supply, and infrastructure projects.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 609 · Establishes Statewide targets to reduce disposal of organic waste in landfills; requires DEP to adopt regulations to achieve targets.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 610 · Prohibits municipal zoning ordinances from regulating solar panels under certain circumstances; limits fees for certain renewable energy installations.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 612 · Authorizes local law enforcement officers to conduct certain alternative deer control methods.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 614 · Requires producers of packaging products sold in New Jersey to adopt and implement packaging product stewardship plans.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 615 · Provides CBT tax credit for retrofit of existing warehouses with solar-ready zone once solar panels are installed.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 616 · Provides corporation business tax and gross income tax credits for purchase and installation of electric vehicle charging stations and for commercial zero emission vehicle fleet conversions.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 617 · Requires Division of Rate Counsel to consider environmental impacts of proposed rate or service measure when representing public interest in certain proceedings and appeals.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 622 · Directs Department of Agriculture to advertise and promote State aquaculture products through Jersey Fresh Program; establishes annual $25,000 appropriation.

Sent January 13, 2026 · Stopped in committee after 0 days

Senate Bill 623 · Prohibits sale and use of certain gas-powered leaf blowers; provides CBT credit for purchase of electric leaf blower that replaces gas-powered leaf blower.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 624 · Directs NJ Infrastructure Bank to establish financing program for electric school buses; allocates $20 million annually in societal benefits charge revenues to NJ Infrastructure Bank for purposes of program.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 625 · Establishes limits on zoning restrictions for certain electric battery storage equipment installation.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 626 · Establishes Nuclear Power Advisory Commission.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 627 · Codifies certain energy goals related to 2019 Energy Master Plan.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 628 · Authorizes regulation of greenhouse gas emissions under "Air Pollution Control Act (1954)" and "Global Warming Response Act."

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 629 · Directs BPU to establish certain standards concerning electric public utility use of customer energy usage data.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 630 · Prohibits sale, distribution, and import of certain products marketed as recyclable, unless DEP determines that products are widely recycled.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 631 · Requires BPU to establish distributed energy storage incentive program.*

Sent January 13, 2026 · Reported out after 146 days

Senate Bill 632 · Prohibits use by certain retailers of shipping box greater than two times volume of product being shipped.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 634 · Appropriates $450,000 for Hooked on Fishing-Not on Drugs Program.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 636 · Exempts solar energy systems from building fees.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 637 · Requires owners and operators of certain landfills to control and monitor landfill gas emissions.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 640 · Establishes tax credits and financial grant related to construction and operation of advanced nuclear energy facilities.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 641 · Requires electric public utilities to submit to BPU and implement integrated distribution plans.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 642 · "New Jersey Clean Energy Act of 2024"; establishes 100 percent clean electricity standard and directs BPU to establish clean electricity certificate program.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 643 · Eliminates prohibition on paper bags, and allows packaging options, for certain grocery orders for three years; requires program for disposition of reusable bags; extends timeframe for use of certain bags by food banks and pantries.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 644 · Establishes "Electric Vehicle Battery Repurposing Fund" to support repurposing, remanufacturing, and recycling of electric vehicle batteries; dedicates amounts based on certain sales of electric vehicles.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 645 · Requires BPU to allow low- and moderate-income residential customers to self-attest to income for participation in community solar programs.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 646 · Requires manufacturers of electric vehicles to establish and implement electric vehicle battery management plans.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 647 · Directs BPU to conduct study to determine feasibility of use of large-scale geothermal heat pump systems in State.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 648 · Requires BPU to study and implement methods to allow additional distributed energy sources to interconnect to electrical grid.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 649 · Establishes new position of Clean Energy Advocate in BPU to facilitate coordination and cooperation among various State agencies in association with implementation of interagency clean energy projects.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 651 · Requires BPU to designate solar portion of critical renewable microgrid as solar energy project under Community Solar Energy Program; requires Office of Homeland Security and Preparedness to designate certain microgrids as assets of importance.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 654 · Establishes conditions for net metering for authorized food waste recycling facilities.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 655 · Requires electric public utilities to submit new tariffs for commercial customers for BPU approval; regulates non-volumetric electricity fees charged to operators of fast charging electric vehicle chargers.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 656 · Authorizes State Treasurer to appoint Garden State Preservation Trust acting executive director under certain conditions.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 657 · Requires electric public utilities to develop and implement grid modernization plans; appropriates $300 million.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 658 · Directs DEP to establish leasing program for State-owned land to be used and managed as pollinator habitat.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 659 · Provides corporation business tax and gross income tax credits for certain solar energy system expenditures.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 660 · Provides FY 2024 supplemental appropriations to, and establishes "Drinking Water Emergency Response Fund" in, DEP; appropriates $6.85 million to fund and various divisions of DEP.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 662 · Establishes various programs in DEP concerning management of publicly owned forested land; appropriates $60 million.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 663 · Requires solid waste management districts to develop strategy to reduce food waste; requires DEP to adopt certain rules and regulations regarding composting facilities.

Sent January 13, 2026 · Stopped in committee after 0 days

Senate Bill 666 · Requires paint producers to implement or participate in paint stewardship program.

Sent January 13, 2026 · Reported out after 62 days

Senate Bill 667 · Requires installation of smart thermostats in all new residential construction.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 668 · Requires electric public utilities to submit to BPU and implement electric infrastructure improvement plans.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 669 · Establishes natural disaster relief grant program in DEP; appropriates $250 million.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 670 · Requires producers of plastic packaging and certain other plastic products to reduce quantity of plastic sold; restricts additional substances under "Toxic Packaging Reduction Act."

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 671 · Prohibits food service business from providing single-use utensils and condiments to customers under certain circumstances and requires DEP to establish education campaign on benefits of reducing single-use utensils and condiments.

Sent January 13, 2026 · Stopped in committee after 0 days

Senate Bill 672 · Provides gross income tax deduction for amounts paid to taxpayers for sale of certain real property interests for conservation purposes.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 673 · "Packaging and Paper Product Stewardship Act."

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 674 · Requires electric public utilities to upgrade certain portions of electric transmission and distribution system with advanced conductors.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 676 · Requires filtration system to capture microfibers and microplastics on washing machines sold on or after January 1, 2030.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 677 · Requires certain State-funded construction projects to utilize plastic construction materials that contain certain amounts of postconsumer recycled content.

Sent January 13, 2026 · Stopped in committee after 0 days

Senate Bill 679 · "Climate Corporate Data Accountability Act"; requires certain business entities to publicize annual greenhouse gas emissions data.

Sent January 13, 2026 · Reported out after 30 days

Senate Bill 680 · Requires energy usage plan for proposed artificial intelligence data centers and cryptocurrency mining facilities; requires all electricity for artificial intelligence data centers and cryptocurrency mining facilities to be derived from new clean energy sources.

Sent January 13, 2026 · Reported out after 62 days

Senate Bill 681 · "Electronic Cigarette Extended Producer Responsibility Act."

Sent January 13, 2026 · Reported out after 268 days

Senate Bill 683 · Authorizes BPU to provide site approval for small modular reactors; authorizes operators of small modular reactors to store spent nuclear fuel on-site.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 684 · Establishes thermal energy network pilot program for gas public utilities.*

Sent January 13, 2026 · Reported out after 30 days

Senate Bill 685 · Establishes "Fleet Conversion Task Force" in DEP.

Sent January 13, 2026 · Reported out after 30 days · then passed the Senate

Senate Bill 687 · Creates Joint Blue Ribbon Task Force on Impacts of Climate Change on Property Insurance.

Sent January 13, 2026 · Reported out after 30 days · then passed the Senate

Senate Bill 691 · Increases solar development goals of SREC-II program and extends certain target dates of program to 2035.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 692 · Modifies provisions concerning licenses for persons who transport, broker, or process solid waste or soil and fill recyclable materials.

Sent January 13, 2026 · Stopped in committee after 0 days

Senate Bill 696 · Prohibits DEP from demolishing or requiring removal of certain cabins or similar structures located in certain tidal wetlands.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 697 · Directs DEP to adopt rules and regulations to implement California's current low emissions vehicle program, with certain exceptions regarding zero emmission vehicles.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 733 · Establishes requirements and prohibitions for sale and distribution of certain products containing intentionally added perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 737 · Exempts small-scale renewable energy projects from State land-use permit requirements, under certain conditions.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 743 · Appropriates $111.6 million in dedicated natural resource damages revenues to DEP for habitat restoration, land acquisition, and restoration oversight projects.*

Sent January 13, 2026 · Reported out after 30 days · then passed the Senate, and became law

Senate Bill 744 · Directs BPU to study feasibility of developing advanced reactors Statewide.

Sent January 13, 2026 · Stopped in committee after 0 days

Senate Bill 745 · Authorizes construction, installation, and operation of certain energy project components on preserved farmland.

Sent January 13, 2026 · Stopped in committee after 0 days

Senate Bill 749 · Amends lists of environmental infrastructure projects approved for long-term funding by DEP under FY2026 environmental infrastructure funding program.

Sent January 13, 2026 · Stopped in committee after 0 days

Senate Bill 803 · Establishes program in SADC for acquisition of development easements on privately-owned woodlands.

Sent January 13, 2026 · Stopped in committee after 0 days

Senate Bill 867 · Revises permitting thresholds for certain types of development requiring CAFRA permit from DEP.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 934 · Prohibits release of certain substances into atmosphere for purposes of geoengineering.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 935 · Establishes Forest Fire Preparedness Commission in DEP.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 936 · Modifies definition of "aquaculture" throughout State law to include construction of facilities and appurtenant structures.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 949 · Renames "Delaware Bay" to "Bay of New Jersey"; directs all State departments and agencies to update official publications, signage, websites, and materials to reflect the new designation and notify relevant federal entities.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 956 · Requires DEP to establish "private wildlife habitat certification program"; creates affirmative defense against municipal nuisance ordinances for properties certified under the program.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1009 · Appropriates $5 million to Cranford Township for flood control projects.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1023 · Requires DEP to undertake bank stabilization project under certain circumstances; appropriates $10 million.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1072 · Requires State entities to recycle certain materials and provide recycling bins in State buildings.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1163 · Makes $500,000 supplemental appropriation from General Fund to DEP for dredging and restoration of Passaic River.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1164 · Makes $500,000 supplemental appropriation from General Fund to DEP for dredging and restoration of Peckman River.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1165 · Makes $500,000 supplemental appropriation from Property Tax Relief Fund to Borough of North Caldwell to fund restoration of Walker's Family Home at Walker's Park and Walker's Park property.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1179 · Makes supplemental appropriation of $12 million to Village of Ridgewood for drinking water infrastructure improvements related to per- and poly-fluoralkyl substance pollution.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1200 · Requires water supplier to notify affected municipalities, school districts, charter schools, nonpublic schools, and institutions of higher education of violations of drinking water quality standards.

Sent January 13, 2026 · Stopped in committee after 0 days

Senate Bill 1201 · Establishes green infrastructure financing program.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1202 · Requires water purveyors to conduct, and report to DEP, water loss audits.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1208 · Directs DEP to develop State water infrastructure investment plan; requires NJ Infrastructure Bank to publish additional information about water infrastructure projects; appropriates $200,000 to NJ Infrastructure Bank.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1211 · Requires State to include distributed energy resource in certain new State buildings and consider retrofitting certain existing State buildings with distributed energy resources.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1213 · Establishes NJ Water Data Center at public institution of higher education; appropriates $1 million.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1216 · Requires DOT to prioritize green stormwater infrastructure in design, construction, reconstruction, and repair of public highways.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1218 · "Invasive Species Management Act"; prohibits sale, distribution, import, export, and propagation of certain invasive species; establishes NJ invasive Species Council.

Sent January 13, 2026 · Stopped in committee after 0 days

Senate Bill 1220 · Requires DOH to study indoor air quality at public schools, develop list of common indoor air contaminants at public schools, and establish guidance regarding potential mitigation measures.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1221 · "Protecting Against Forever Chemicals Act"; establishes requirements, prohibitions, and programs for regulation of perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS).

Sent January 13, 2026 · Stopped in committee after 0 days

Senate Bill 1222 · Requires public water systems and landlords to provide certain notice of elevated perfluoroalkyl or polyfluoroalkyl substances levels in drinking water; requires DEP to establish educational program.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1224 · Requires DEP to study feasibility of using alternative water supply source when perfluoroalkyl or polyfluoroalkyl substances exceed maximum contaminant level.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1232 · Requires DEP to evaluate cumulative impact of stormwater when reviewing applications associated with warehouse and other high-density development projects.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1247 · Requires DEP to update school food waste guidelines to include recommendations for how to better utilize food nearing best-by and expiration dates.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1251 · Requires certain water purveyors to identify, and use, alternative water supply source when perfluoralkyl or polyfluoroalkyl substances exceed maximum contaminant levels.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1252 · Provides that solar and photovoltaic energy facilities and structures on farmland are not inherently beneficial use, per se, for purposes of zoning approvals.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1256 · Prohibits planting of non-native species in landscaping at State parks and forests; establishes grant program to support use of native plants at local parks and forests; appropriates $250,000.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1264 · Requires water supply system testing and compliance with secondary drinking water regulations.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1269 · Requires producer of certain firefighting equipment containing perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances to provide written notice to purchaser; prohibits sale, manufacture, and distribution of certain firefighting equipment containing intentionally added perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances.

Sent January 13, 2026 · Stopped in committee after 0 days

Senate Bill 1281 · Prohibits sale, manufacture, and distribution of certain apparel and diaper products containing intentionally added perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances.*

Sent January 13, 2026 · Reported out after 62 days · then passed the Senate, and became law

Senate Bill 1295 · Allocates 10 percent of Green Acres funding to local government units for development of completely inclusive playgrounds.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1296 · Adds fusion to types of Class I renewable energies as defined for purposes of "Electric Discount and Energy Competition Act."

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1300 · "Flood Control, Mitigation, and Prevention Bond Act"; authorizes bonds for up to $2 billion and appropriates $5,000.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1304 · Establishes home elevation fund and dedicates up to $5 million of realty transfer fee revenue annually for this purpose.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1313 · Requires DEP to provide public access for boats to certain State-owned lakes; appropriates $1 million.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1314 · Exempts expansion or reconstruction, within 125% of existing footprint, of municipal and county buildings and certain emergency services buildings from "Highlands Water Protection and Planning Act."

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1337 · Establishes Office of River Maintenance in DEP; repeals P.L.1993, c.376 concerning stream cleaning activities.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1339 · Prohibits adoption of State and local rules that prohibit use of fossil fuel-powered kitchen appliances.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1366 · Makes $1.3 billion in federal funds available to DEP for use in New Jersey Environmental Infrastructure Financing Program for lead service line replacement projects.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1383 · Requires DEP to prioritize funding for certain projects for acquisition of lands for recreation and conservation purposes and certain environmental infrastructure projects that include, or allow for, flood mitigation projects.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1424 · Clarifies procedures for maintenance of underground storage tanks.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1476 · Authorizes grocery stores to provide certain single-use paper carryout bags to customers.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1522 · Authorizes free hunting, fishing, and trapping licenses and free admission to State parks and forests for individuals with certain types of military service.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1527 · Establishes special dredging account; directs $5,000,000 of sales tax collected annually be deposited therein; directs DEP to administer account and dredging program with certain requirements.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1528 · Appropriates $26,140,000 for dredging projects and dredged material disposal projects related to navigational waterways.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1530 · Requires DEP to assume responsibility for dredging of waterways providing boat access to lagoon communities; appropriates $6,000,000.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1540 · Authorizes municipal dredging of lagoon community waterways and levying of special assessment or issuing of bonds to finance such dredging.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1542 · Provides for payment to small municipalities, in certain cases, of certain penalty moneys assessed for violations of fish and game laws.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1564 · Exempts veterans from camping facilities fees at State parks and forests.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1589 · Directs DEP to waive walk-in and bicycle entrance fees to State parks and forests during certain holidays.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1606 · "Small Modular Nuclear Energy Incentive Act."

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1608 · Requires DEP and New Jersey Infrastructure Bank to provide priority for principal forgiveness on environmental infrastructure project loans to municipalities in coastal areas.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1609 · Prohibits enforcement of certain trapping violations in areas subject to law enforcement investigation.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1630 · Requires DEP to consider potential impacts to natural resources when classifying dams according to hazard potential.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1635 · Requires outdoor lighting fixtures installed or replaced by, or on behalf of State, or at projects receiving State funds, to meet certain criteria.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1657 · Establishes "Energy Infrastructure Public-Private Partnerships Program"; amends law concerning NJ Infrastructure Bank; and authorizes certain energy contracts under "Public School Contracts Law" and "Local Public Contracts Law" up to 25 years.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1662 · Revises requirements for certain greenhouse gas emissions monitoring and reporting activities.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1680 · Allows for exclusion of certain properties from Highlands preservation area.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1690 · Provides that no more than four of seven public members appointed to Highlands Water Protection and Planning Council may be of same political party.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1709 · Suspends "Highlands Water Protection and Planning Act" until certain conditions are met.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1710 · Provides "Highlands Water Protection and Planning Act" exemption, and clarifies municipal planning or zoning authority, for certain development along commercial corridors in Highlands Region.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1711 · Establishes "New Jersey Farm to Public Institution of Higher Education Program."

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1720 · Increases penalty for certain acts of trespass and vandalism on agricultural and horticultural lands.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1723 · Requires forest stewardship plan for certain lands acquired for recreation and conservation purposes.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1725 · Removes statutory limitation on number of permits that may be issued by Division of Fish and Wildlife for the taking of beaver.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1739 · Requires establishment and implementation, in certain circumstances, of wildlife management plans for open space and farmland, and authorizes use of constitutionally dedicated CBT revenues to finance activities undertaken pursuant to such plans.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1743 · Establishes minimum acreage goal and schedule for prescribed burns in pinelands area and Statewide.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1748 · Exempts local government entities from annual remediation fees under certain circumstances.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1757 · Establishes Office of Clean Energy Equity in BPU; directs establishment of certain clean energy, energy efficiency, and energy storage programs for overburdened communities; makes change to community solar program.

Sent January 13, 2026 · Reported out after 125 days

Senate Bill 1782 · Establishes School Plastics Upcycling Grant Program in DEP to provide proportional awards to eligible schools based on pro rata share of plastics collected, by each school, for upcycling purposes.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1791 · "Emission Reduction Innovation Act"; authorizes gas public utilities to develop and implement plans to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1815 · Establishes solar energy grant program in BPU to provide grants to public schools for solar energy projects; appropriates $15 million.

Sent January 13, 2026 · Reported out after 62 days

Senate Bill 1878 · Requires grants to local government units to cover total cost of forest stewardship plans; provides for allocation of funding from "Global Warming Solutions Fund".

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1879 · Requires DEP to reimburse local units for costs incurred in responding to emergencies in State parks and forests.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1884 · Authorizes riding of steer and other pack animals designated by DEP in any State park where horseback riding is permitted.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1896 · Requires local government units to provide opportunities for military- or veteran-owned businesses to supply materials and services for projects receiving funding from NJ Infrastructure Bank.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1900 · "Energy Security and Affordability Act"; requires BPU to consider energy security, diversity, and affordability when preparing Energy Master Plan and perform economic and ratepayer impact analysis of energy generation projects and Energy Master Plan.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1901 · Requires NJ Clean Energy Program incentives be made available to commercial farms.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1922 · Provides for automatic approval of air pollution control permits after 90-day review period.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1927 · Exempts certain compostable items from ban on single-use plastic carryout products.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1929 · "Affordable Home Energy Protection Act"; prohibits adoption of State or local rules that restrict the use of certain fossil-fuel powered appliances or heating systems.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1932 · Suspends sales and use tax and societal benefits charge on electric and gas public utility bills during one year period beginning January 1, 2026 and ending December 31, 2026.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1952 · Requires DEP and owners of certain reservoirs to implement certain flood control measures; authorizes Office of Emergency Management to order lowering of reservoirs levels in response to severe weather events.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 1986 · Prohibits collecting of certain costs associated with offshore wind projects from ratepayers.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2061 · Establishes registration and training program for commercial applicators of substances for snow and ice removal.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2064 · Authorizes soil conservation districts to have more than five supervisors.

Sent January 13, 2026 · Reported out after 125 days

Senate Bill 2161 · Increases amounts of certain payments in lieu of taxes paid for lands owned by State or nonprofit organization for recreation and conservation purposes.

Sent January 13, 2026 · Reported out after 30 days

Senate Bill 2273 · Prohibits certain uses of perchloroethylene and trichloroethylene.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2274 · Requires owner or operator of data center to submit water and energy usage report to BPU.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2285 · Requires certain warehouse operators to implement air pollution reduction and mitigation plans.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2286 · Requires use of uniform silver flags to mark certain pesticide applications.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2299 · Creates Highlands Conservation Trust to preserve land in Highlands Region, and authorizes Highlands conservation license plate to raise revenue therefor.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2300 · Requires State parks, forests, and other natural and historic areas to remain open to public for seven days if emergency is declared due to failure to enact general appropriation law as prescribed by NJ Constitution.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2303 · Provides for BPU incentives for district energy collaboratives and certain combined heat and power facilities.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2304 · Provides CBT credit for development of anaerobic digestion facilities that process food waste.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2318 · Establishes low-carbon transportation fuel standard program in DEP.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2328 · Revises provisions of "Dry Cell Battery Management Act."

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2332 · Excludes environmentally sensitive and flood-prone land from designation as vacant or available for purposes of affordable housing construction.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2338 · "Polluters Pay to Make New Jersey More Affordable Act"; imposes cost recovery payments on certain fossil fuel companies for funds needed for climate change adaptation; establishes program in DEP to collect and oversee distribution of funds.*

Sent January 13, 2026 · Reported out after 146 days

Senate Bill 2339 · Requires certain high-traffic facilities to obtain permit from DEP and annually implement measures to reduce air pollution caused by facility.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2342 · Requires DOT to ensure electric vehicle charging stations are accessible to disabled drivers.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2349 · Allocates $7.5 million annually of constitutionally dedicated CBT revenue for preservation of land in Highlands Region.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2359 · "Mattress Stewardship Act;" requires mattress producers to join stewardship organization and implement mattress stewardship program.

Sent January 13, 2026 · Reported out after 268 days

Senate Bill 2360 · Directs DEP to establish scrap tire hauler license and scrap tire storage, collection, and disposal site permit.

Sent January 13, 2026 · Stopped in committee after 0 days

Senate Bill 2361 · Requires DEP to establish maximum contaminant level for hexavalent chromium in drinking water.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2368 · "Garden State Balcony Solar Act"; exempts portable solar generation devices from certain requirements, and requires certain entities to allow use and installation of portable solar generation devices.**

Sent January 13, 2026 · Reported out after 62 days · then passed the Senate, and became law

Senate Bill 2461 · Requires legislative approval for energy master plan to become State policy.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2463 · Withdraws New Jersey's participation in Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative; repeals "Global Warming Response Act" and related sections of Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative implementing law.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2468 · Requires DEP to designate municipalities with critical headwaters as headwater guardians.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2546 · Clarifies that certain beach owners and lessees have no duty to keep beach safe or to warn of hazards; provides immunity from liability, in certain cases, for injuries occurring on beach or in adjacent waters.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2567 · Establishes timeframe for adoption of, and requires public comment on, proposed annual economic benefits for certain solid waste facilities; authorizes residents to petition State to establish or adjust annual economic benefit.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2570 · "Penny's Law"; requires DEP to develop beach accessibility guidelines for persons with disabilities.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2633 · Prohibits requirement for beach tag for access to beach below mean high tide line for recreational purposes.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2638 · Requires certain municipalities to include certain information concerning beach costs and revenues in municipality's public access plan.

Sent January 13, 2026 · Reported out after 125 days

Senate Bill 2648 · Prohibits forcibly feeding certain poultry for production of foie gras.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2745 · Revises law prohibiting feeding of bears; establishes program in DEP for distribution of bear-proof garbage cans.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2747 · Extends existing plug-in electric vehicle incentives to hydrogen fuel cell vehicles.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2749 · Directs installation of hydrogen refueling stations at service areas on State's toll roads.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2752 · Changes perimeter for bow and arrow hunting around certain buildings; requires property owner to provide notice and obtain receipt from owners of adjacent properties of any hunting activity; designated as "Restoring Safety Buffer Law."

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2772 · Authorizes EDA to use moneys in "Global Warming Solutions Fund" to support projects to refurbish or upgrade existing electricity generation facilities.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2778 · Provides that Palisades Interstate Park Commission is eligible to receive certain funding from New Jersey Infrastructure Bank.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2820 · Requires air monitoring at certain construction projects.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2882 · Authorizes DCA, DEP, DOT, and municipalities, to provide priority consideration to permit applications for green building projects.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2899 · Requires posting of signs warning of presence of, and potential danger caused by, duckweed on water bodies in public parks.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2906 · "New Jersey Public Water Supply Fluoridation Act."

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2914 · Directs BPU to adopt rules and regulations concerning small modular nuclear reactors; authorizes EDA to incentivize construction and operation of reactors.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2924 · "Liberty State Park Protection Act"; establishes requirements concerning DEP actions related to Liberty State Park.*

Sent January 13, 2026 · Reported out after 62 days

Senate Bill 2936 · Prohibits municipalities, school districts, and State departments and agencies from purchasing, installing, or using artificial turf.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2939 · Directs BPU to establish rebate program for purchase of zero-emission lawn equipment.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2944 · Requires registration, inspection, testing, cleaning, and disinfection of cooling towers to control outbreaks of Legionnaire's Disease.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 2946 · Prohibits sale of cosmetic products and personal care products containing 1,4-dioxane.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 3024 · Changes certain allocations and amounts of constitutionally dedicated CBT revenues for Fiscal Year 2026 and thereafter; authorizes Garden State Preservation Trust and local governments to acquire lands in urban areas for agricultural or horticultural purposes.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 3111 · Prohibits reconditioning, sale, distribution, and use of second-use lithium ion batteries for use in powered mobility devices; prohibits certain charging and storage of powered mobility devices that contain lithium-ion batteries.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 3141 · Directs BPU to establish program concerning renewable natural gas; provides gas public utilities with customer rate recovery mechanism for costs associated with program.

Still in committee since January 13, 2026

Senate Bill 3183 · Modifies various provisions of State's renewable energy incentive programs; requires electric public utilities to consider interconnection applications for certain solar projects.*

Sent January 13, 2026 · Reported out after 62 days · then passed the Senate, and became law