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NJ S289
NJ S289Designates and preserves Caven Point Peninsula in Liberty State Park as natural habitat.
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Introduced
01/09/2024
01/09/2024
In Committee
01/09/2024
01/09/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/12/2026
01/12/2026
Introduced Session
2024-2025 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill would designate as natural habitat and preserve the 21.5 acre Caven Point Peninsula. Caven Point Peninsula is an estuarine ecosystem for plants and animals, critical bird breeding habitat, and urban environmental education resource. The peninsula is located in Liberty State Park, in Jersey City, Hudson County, and stretches into the Upper New York Bay.
AI Summary
This bill designates and permanently preserves the 21.5-acre Caven Point Peninsula, located in Jersey City, Hudson County, as natural habitat, overriding any existing laws, rules, or regulations that might contradict this designation. The Caven Point Peninsula is described as an estuarine ecosystem, meaning it's a vital area where freshwater from rivers meets saltwater from the ocean, supporting a diverse range of plants and animals, and is also a critical breeding ground for birds. This designation aims to protect this important natural resource, which extends into the Upper New York Bay and is identified by specific tax map parcel numbers in Jersey City.
Committee Categories
Agriculture and Natural Resources
Sponsors (5)
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Environment and Energy Committee (on 01/09/2024)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2024/S289 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/S0500/289_I1.HTM |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2024/S0500/289_I1.HTM |
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