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NJ S1699
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/13/2026
Primary Sponsor
Parker Space
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AI Summary
- Authorizes Sunday firearm hunting for deer on State wildlife management areas and private property in New Jersey, expanding current law that only permits bow hunting on Sundays
- Expands Sunday deer hunting with both firearms and bow and arrow to federal military lands, subject to approval by the appropriate military installation
- Permits Sunday deer hunting at the William J. Hughes Technical Center (FAA facility) in Galloway Township, Atlantic County, with proper administrative approval
- Requires hunters to possess valid firearm license, bow and arrow license, or "All Around Sportsman License" issued by the Division of Fish and Wildlife
- Amends R.S.23:4-24, which currently prohibits Sunday hunting with a $50 penalty per offense, while maintaining existing exceptions for raccoon hunting and humane dispatch of trapped animals
Legislative Description
Authorizes Sunday firearm and bow hunting for deer on certain lands.
Economic Growth
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Economic Growth Committee
1/13/2026
Committee Referrals
Economic Growth1/13/2026
Full Bill Text
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