S 2595 New Jersey Senate · 2024-2025 Regular Session

Establishes bee-friendly habitat pilot program in Department of Agriculture; appropriates $1 million.

This bill establishes a one-year pilot program in New Jersey's Department of Agriculture to help homeowners and businesses convert lawns into bee-friendly habitats using native plants. Homeowners can receive up to $250 in reimbursement, while businesses can get up to $500, funded by a $1 million appropriation. The program requires the Department to create application guidelines, a list of approved plants, and an informational website, and to report on participation and effectiveness within six months. The policy directly supports bee populations by incentivizing habitat creation through financial reimbursement.
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Introduced Feb 8, 2024 Last action Feb 8, 2024
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Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Environment and Energy Committee
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