This bill amends the Right to Farm Act to establish housing for resident farm employees on commercial farms as a permissible activity eligible for Right to Farm protections. It directs the State Agriculture Development Committee (SADC) to adopt an agricultural management practice specifically for the housing of resident farm employees, defined as individuals employed full-time in agricultural production activities on a commercial farm, excluding full-time, year-round equine-related farm employees.

Additionally, the bill stipulates that any housing constructed for resident farm employees must comply with the State Uniform Construction Code and relevant Department of Community Affairs standards. Municipalities are prohibited from denying or withholding certificates of occupancy for such housing if it meets the established requirements. The bill aims to support the agricultural workforce by ensuring that adequate housing is available for those engaged in farming activities.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 4:1C-3, 4:1C-9