New Jersey 222nd Legislature Status: Introduced

S 4648 — Codifies requirements for cottage food operators and increases scope of permitted sales by cottage food operators.

Last action — INT 1RS REF SHH

  1. 1
    Introduced
  2. 2
    In Committee
  3. 3
    Passed Senate
  4. 4
    Passed General Assembly
  5. 5
    To Executive
  6. 6
    Enacted

This bill has been introduced in the Senate. Introduced October 01, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.

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Odds of enactment

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In plain language

This bill establishes rules for cottage food operators and expands what they can sell.

The bill sets out requirements for cottage food operators, which are small-scale food producers, and allows them to sell a wider variety of products. This change aims to help these local businesses reach more customers and thrive.

What this means for you
  • Small Business: If you operate a cottage food business, this bill means you can sell more types of food items legally.

Summary

Cottage food operators-codifies req & increases scope of permitted sales

Bill Text

  • Introduced View text Current html October 02, 2026

Action History

  1. INT 1RS REF SHH

Sponsors

  • Shirley K. Turner · Primary
  • Parker Space · Primary

Sponsorship breakdown

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2 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 118 not signed on

Sponsors (2)

  • Turner, Shirley K.
  • Space, Parker

Co-sponsors (0)

None.

Not signed on (118)

118 members have not signed on to this bill.

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Frequently asked questions

What does S 4648 do?
Cottage food operators-codifies req & increases scope of permitted sales
Who sponsors S 4648?
S 4648 is sponsored by Turner, Shirley K. and Space, Parker.
What is the current status of S 4648?
This bill has been introduced in the Senate. Introduced October 01, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
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