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This Resolution expresses the opposition of the New Jersey Senate to any further expansion of the black bear hunting season in the state, advocating instead for a return to the previously established six-day hunting season held in December. The resolution acknowledges that black bears are native to New Jersey and an important part of its natural heritage, noting their adaptability to human environments and generally non-aggressive nature, and suggests that public education on coexistence, such as proper waste management, can help reduce negative encounters. It specifically references changes made in 2015 to the "Comprehensive Black Bear Management Policy" and the State Game Code, which expanded the hunting season to include additional days and areas, and argues against these expansions. The resolution also mandates that copies be sent to the Commissioner of Environmental Protection and members of the Fish and Game Council, the state bodies responsible for wildlife management.