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NJ S1725
NJ S1725Removes statutory limitation on number of permits that may be issued by Division of Fish and Wildlife for the taking of beaver.
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Introduced
01/13/2026
01/13/2026
In Committee
01/13/2026
01/13/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026-2027 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill would grant the Division of Fish and Wildlife full authority to issue permits as is necessary and appropriate to manage the beaver resource in the State. In particular, the bill would remove the current statutory restriction, which limits to 200 the number of beaver trapping permits that may be issued by the division in any one year. The authority granted by this bill is consistent with the division's existing authority to issue as many permits as it deems appropriate in relation to the management of various other game species.
AI Summary
This bill removes a specific numerical limit on the number of permits the Division of Fish and Wildlife can issue for trapping or taking beavers, granting the division full authority to issue as many permits as it deems necessary for managing the beaver population. Previously, the law restricted the division to issuing no more than 200 beaver trapping permits annually, but this bill eliminates that restriction, allowing the division to issue permits based on its discretion and management needs, similar to how it handles other game species. The bill also clarifies that the fee for a permit is $15 and sets a fine of not less than $100 or more than $200 for violations of the section.
Committee Categories
Agriculture and Natural Resources
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Environment and Energy Committee (on 01/13/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2026/S1725 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/S2000/1725_I1.HTM |
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