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This Senate resolution urges the Governor of New Jersey to declare an energy generation emergency and take action to increase the state's capacity for transmitting and generating energy, with the goal of lowering energy costs for consumers. The resolution highlights that energy production is crucial for the state's economic stability, security, and the quality of life for its residents. It points out that New Jersey has experienced a significant loss of its energy generating capacity over the past eight years, shifting from being an energy exporter to an importer, while facing accelerating national demand for reliable energy due to factors like the growth of data centers and advanced manufacturing. The resolution suggests that other states and the federal government have implemented measures such as streamlining permits and offering incentives for energy projects, and it emphasizes the need for New Jersey to develop more energy infrastructure to meet increasing demands and ensure energy independence.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

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