Bill A5229 Info Session Recap and Advocacy Next Steps

Thank you to everyone who attended our Bill A5229 Info Session on August 19, 2026.

Session Recording and Materials

If you weren’t able to join us live, you can catch up using the resources below:

• Watch the recording: View the video Passcode: 4CZuGa!s
• Review the slides: View the presentation
• Read the bill: Bill A5229 full text

The session covered our full advocacy plan for Bill A5229. Please watch the video, review the slides, or read through the materials before taking any action.

Advocacy Plan

Step 1: Reach Out to Priority Legislators

Our first step is asking for support and/or sponsorship from legislators with a track record of backing food systems bills, as well as from members of the Assembly Agriculture & Natural Resources Committee, where the bill currently sits.

• View the list of priority legislators
• Copy our email template
• Use our phone script

Step 2: Contact Your Home District Legislators

Next, use the same email template and phone script to reach out to your home district legislators, if they weren’t already on the priority list.

• Find your representatives

Please note: Legislators may still be out of office for the summer, but their staff will keep a record of all calls and emails. Our goal right now is to build enough awareness that the bill is on their radar and priority list when the legislature returns to session in September.