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NJ S3259
NJ S3259Provides exemption from DEP permit fees to municipalities after natural disaster involving flooding.
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Introduced
02/02/2026
02/02/2026
In Committee
02/02/2026
02/02/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026-2027 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill provides that the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) would not charge any municipality a fee for any permit, approval, or other authorization necessary to construct or repair flood control facilities, or repair any damage to roads, buildings, or other structures sustained in the municipality due to a natural disaster involving flooding. To be eligible for the fee exemption, the municipality would be required to demonstrate to DEP, in a form and manner as determined by the department, that the permit, approval, or other authorization is necessary to repair damage sustained due to a natural disaster. The DEP would also circulate the necessary information by: (1) publishing a notice in the New Jersey Register; (2) posting application information in a prominent location on DEP's Internet website; (3) providing the information to the Department of Community Affairs; and (4) compiling the information for distribution to municipalities following a natural disaster.
AI Summary
This bill exempts municipalities from paying fees to the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) for any permits, approvals, or other authorizations needed to rebuild or repair flood control facilities, roads, buildings, or other structures damaged by a natural disaster involving flooding. To qualify for this exemption, a municipality must prove to the DEP that the permit is necessary for repairs stemming from such a disaster, following a process the DEP will establish and publicize through the New Jersey Register, its website, and by sharing information with the Department of Community Affairs and directly with municipalities.
Committee Categories
Agriculture and Natural Resources
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Environment and Energy Committee (on 02/02/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2026/S3259 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/S3500/3259_I1.HTM |
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