Prohibits requirement for beach tag for access to beach below mean high tide line for recreational purposes.
Bill S4158 prohibits New Jersey municipalities from requiring beach tags or admission passes for access to the wet sandy beach area below the mean high tide line. It directly affects residents and visitors who use this specific coastal area for recreational ocean activities like swimming or sunbathing. The bill explicitly states that no municipal rule or regulation may mandate such fees for this purpose, overriding any existing local requirements. The law takes effect immediately upon enactment.
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Feb 2025
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Introduced Feb 25, 2025
Last action Feb 25, 2025
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Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Environment and Energy Committee
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Vin Gopal
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