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NJ S2969
NJ S2969Requires DEP to reimburse local units for costs incurred in responding to emergencies in State parks and forests.
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Introduced
08/08/2022
08/08/2022
In Committee
08/08/2022
08/08/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/08/2024
01/08/2024
Introduced Session
2022-2023 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill would require the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) to reimburse a local unit for costs incurred by the local unit in responding to an emergency inside a State park or forest. A local unit includes any county, municipality, or any agency, authority, or other entity thereof, or any fire district. The local unit seeking reimbursement would be required to submit to the DEP an invoice along with any other documentation of costs as the DEP may require, within 30 days after responding to an emergency. The DEP would be required to make the reimbursement within 30 days after receipt of the invoice. The bill would apply only to costs incurred by local units after the date of enactment of the bill into law.
AI Summary
This bill requires the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) to reimburse local units, such as counties, municipalities, and fire districts, for the costs they incur in responding to emergencies inside State parks or forests. The local unit must submit an invoice and any required documentation to the DEP within 30 days, and the DEP must provide the reimbursement within 30 days of receiving the invoice. The bill applies only to costs incurred by local units after the date the bill is enacted into law.
Committee Categories
Agriculture and Natural Resources
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Environment and Energy Committee (on 08/08/2022)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2022/S2969 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2022/S3000/2969_I1.HTM |
| Bill | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2022/S3000/2969_I1.PDF |
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