"Water Resources Protection Trust Fund Act"; establishes user fee on water consumption and diversion; utilizes fee revenue for water quality, supply, and infrastructure projects.
This bill establishes a user fee on water consumption and diversion by public water systems and other major water users. Revenue from these fees will fund projects to improve water quality, secure water supply, and upgrade aging infrastructure. It directly affects municipalities, water utilities, and entities operating public water systems, including small water companies. The fee creates a dedicated, long-term funding source for protecting New Jersey's water resources, as outlined in the legislation.
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Jan 2024
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Introduced Jan 9, 2024
Last action Jan 9, 2024
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Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Environment and Energy Committee
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Bob Smith
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