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NJ S1884
NJ S1884Authorizes riding of steer and other pack animals designated by DEP in any State park where horseback riding is permitted.
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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 requires the Department of Environmental Protection, whenever it authorizes horseback riding as a permitted recreational activity in a State park, to additionally authorize, as a permitted recreational activity in the same State park, the riding of steer and any other pack animals designated by the department.
AI Summary
This bill mandates that whenever the Department of Environmental Protection, often referred to as the DEP, allows horseback riding in any State park, it must also permit the riding of steer and any other pack animals that the department designates for use in that same park. This change expands the types of recreational activities allowed in State parks, specifically by adding steer and other designated pack animals to the list of permitted activities alongside horseback riding.
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)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2026/S1884 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/S2000/1884_I1.HTM |
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