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NJ A3732
NJ A3732Changes perimeter for bow and arrow hunting around certain buildings; requires property owner to provide notice and obtain receipt from owners of adjacent properties of any hunting activity; designated as "Restoring Safety Buffer Law."
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Introduced
05/02/2022
05/02/2022
In Committee
05/02/2022
05/02/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/08/2024
01/08/2024
Introduced Session
2022-2023 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Changes perimeter for bow and arrow hunting around certain buildings; requires property owner to provide notice and obtain receipt from owners of adjacent properties of any hunting activity; designated as "Restoring Safety Buffer Law."
AI Summary
This bill, titled the "Restoring Safety Buffer Law," makes the following key changes:
1. It increases the perimeter for bow and arrow hunting around occupied buildings from 150 feet to 450 feet, aligning it with the existing perimeter for firearms.
2. It requires property owners to provide written notice and obtain written confirmation from the owners and occupants of adjacent properties at least 24 hours in advance if they plan to allow hunting, taking, or killing of wildlife on their property.
3. It increases the civil penalties for violating these provisions, including the possibility of permanent revocation of all licenses and privileges to take or possess wildlife for subsequent offenses.
The bill aims to enhance public safety by expanding the safety buffer around occupied buildings and ensuring nearby property owners are informed of any planned hunting activities.
Committee Categories
Agriculture and Natural Resources
Sponsors (7)
Shama Haider (D)*,
Daniel Benson (D),
Annette Chaparro (D),
Thomas Giblin (D),
Gary Schaer (D),
Lisa Swain (D),
Britnee Timberlake (D),
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Agriculture and Food Security Committee (on 05/02/2022)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2022/A3732 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2022/A4000/3732_I1.HTM |
| Bill | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2022/A4000/3732_I1.PDF |
| BillText | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/Bills/2022/A4000/3732_I1.HTM |
| Bill | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/Bills/2022/A4000/3732_I1.PDF |
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