New JerseyNew Jersey would create a commission to study water reuse
New Jersey would form a 19-member group to study water reuse in buildings and weigh its effects on construction costs, consumer savings, and health.
What it does
A new commission would study water conservation and reuse in buildings, assess costs and health effects, and publish recommendations within two years of organizing.
Argument forStudying building costs and health effects could help lawmakers weigh water-saving options before deciding whether to require or reward their use.
Argument againstProviding required staff support could draw Department of Community Affairs employees away from other work while the commission studies water reuse.
More detail
New Jersey would create a 19-member commission to study water conservation and reuse and recommend changes. Its study would cover water-saving systems in homes and other buildings across New Jersey. The law would take effect upon enactment. Progress and final reports would be due within 12 and 24 months of organizing, respectively. The law would expire six months after the final report.
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Where it stands
- Introduced
- Passed 1st Chamber
- Passed 2nd Chamber
- To Governor
- Became Law
Looking ahead
No hearings or votes scheduled.
History
- 2026
- Oct 19Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Environment and Energy CommitteeIntroduced
Environment & Energy