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NJ S3887

Bill

Status

Engrossed

6/30/2025

Primary Sponsor

Nilsa Cruz-Perez

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Origin

Senate

2024-2025 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Requires the Department of Environmental Protection to construct or contract for public boat access to all State-owned and county-owned lakes and reservoirs where boats (with or without motors) are allowed within two years of enactment

  • Allows DEP to enter into long-term contracts through public bidding with private marina owners to provide the required boat access

  • Mandates the commissioner submit a report to the Governor and Legislature identifying any lakes where public boat access cannot be provided, including the specific reasons and funding requirements if applicable

  • Removes a $2 million General Fund appropriation that was included in the original bill version

Legislative Description

Requires DEP to provide public access for boats to certain State-and county-owned lakes and reservoirs.

Environment, Natural Resources, and Solid Waste

Last Action

Received in the Assembly, Referred to Assembly Environment, Natural Resources, and Solid Waste Committee

7/24/2025

Committee Referrals

Environment, Natural Resources, and Solid Waste Committee7/24/2025
Budget and Appropriations5/22/2025
Environment and Energy11/18/2024

Full Bill Text

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