NJ S4492

Department of Agriculture must consult with USDA to identify nonlethal geese population control methods and, when lethal methods are necessary, humane alternatives to gassing

Department of Agriculture must propose a memorandum of understanding with USDA specifying implementation methods, circumstances for use, and limited situations where gassing may be permitted

Division of Fish and Wildlife must consult with the Department of Agriculture within 90 days of an executed memorandum and determine which geese control methods the division will use

Department of Health must notify relevant agencies of any public health emergency requiring lethal geese control and must prioritize humane methods other than gassing

Division of Fish and Wildlife must adopt best management practices within 180 days to discourage resident Canada geese populations, including minimizing turf grass and encouraging native plants and riparian buffers