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NJ S745
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/9/2024
Primary Sponsor
Patrick Diegnan
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AI Summary
- Permits construction of energy transmission and distribution infrastructure (lines, cables, poles) on New Jersey preserved farmland with landowner approval, provided generating facilities are located elsewhere
- Restricts installations to rights-of-way no wider than 50 feet, positioned as close as practical to the edge of preserved portions, with underground components buried at least 3 feet deep
- Allows automatic approval without State Agriculture Development Committee review for projects meeting the specified width, location, and installation requirements
- Requires committee application and 90-day review process for projects not meeting standard criteria, with decisions based on impact to agricultural production balanced against state energy needs
- Exempts projects in the Pinelands area from automatic approval, requiring compliance with Pinelands Protection Act standards and comprehensive management plan
Legislative Description
Requires DOT and DLPS to implement weigh-in-motion monitoring program.
Budget and Appropriations
Last Action
Referred to Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee
1/30/2025
Committee Referrals
Budget and Appropriations1/30/2025
Transportation1/9/2024
Full Bill Text
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