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NJ A3033

Bill

Status

Engrossed

10/28/2024

Primary Sponsor

Clinton Calabrese

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Origin

General Assembly

2024-2025 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Designates the Common Eastern Bumble Bee (Bombus impatiens) as the official New Jersey State Native Pollinator

  • Recognizes the species as an essential pollinator for New Jersey's leading agricultural crops including blueberries, cranberries, tomatoes, and peppers

  • Highlights that pollinators contribute to over 30 percent of foods and beverages consumed by humans

  • Notes the bumble bee's ability to fly at low light levels and low temperatures, giving it a long flight season

  • Takes effect immediately upon enactment

Legislative Description

Designates Common Eastern Bumble Bee as New Jersey State Native Pollinator.

State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation

Last Action

Received in the Senate, Referred to Senate State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation Committee

12/5/2024

Committee Referrals

State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation12/5/2024
Environment, Natural Resources, and Solid Waste Committee1/9/2024

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