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NJ S1386

NJ S1386
Codifies certain energy goals related to 2019 Energy Master Plan.


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Introduced
02/10/2022
In Committee
02/10/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/08/2024

Introduced Session

2022-2023 Regular Session

Bill Summary

This bill would codify in law certain State energy goals advanced for the years 2025 to 2035 in the 2019 New Jersey Energy Master Plan, prepared pursuant to section 12 of P.L.1977, c.146 (C.52:27F-14). The bill would also direct the Board of Public Utilities, Department of the Treasury, New Jersey Transit Corporation, Port Authority of New York and New Jersey, Department of Community Affairs, Department of Transportation, and Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) to review current rules and regulations and notify the Legislature of any instances in which the existing statutory authority is insufficient to achieve the goals. In addition, the bill would require the DEP to submit an annual report to the Legislature on the State's progress in meeting the goals.

AI Summary

This bill would codify in law certain state energy goals advanced for the years 2025 to 2035 in the 2019 New Jersey Energy Master Plan. It sets specific targets related to electric vehicle registration, renewable energy production, offshore wind generation, and energy storage capacity. The bill also requires various state agencies to review their rules and regulations and notify the Legislature if they lack the necessary statutory authority to achieve these goals. Additionally, the Department of Environmental Protection must submit annual reports to the Governor and Legislature on the state's progress in meeting the established goals.

Committee Categories

Agriculture and Natural Resources

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Environment and Energy Committee (on 02/10/2022)

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