A5497·NJ·house
Requires forest stewardship plan for certain lands acquired for recreation and conservation purposes.
IntroducedFiled Sep 10, 2026
Sponsor: Murphy, Carol A.
Summary
The bill would make it mandatory for any property purchased for recreational or conservation purposes to have a forest stewardship plan in place. It targets state and local agencies or entities that acquire such lands, aiming to promote sustainable forest management. The requirement is intended to protect forest resources while allowing public use.
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