New Jersey residents are closer to visiting their local dairy farmers for a fresh batch of raw milk.
On Monday, the state Assembly passed Assembly bill A743, which would legalize the sale of raw milk at New Jersey farms. The legislation won approval 71-6 with one abstention. The New Jersey Senate has not taken action on the proposal, which also requires Gov. Chris Christie's approval.
Raw milk advocates have called for its legalization as a way of supporting the state's farmers and giving consumers the choice of what type of milk to put on their kitchen tables.
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