A 4818 New Jersey General Assembly · 2026-2027 Regular Session

Prohibits Department of Agriculture from regulating minimum property size required per number of honeybee hives.

This bill prevents the New Jersey Department of Agriculture from setting rules about how much land a property owner needs for each honeybee hive they keep. By removing this specific requirement, the legislation allows beekeepers to maintain hives on smaller plots of land without facing restrictions based on property size. The change directly affects individuals and businesses engaged in apiary activities by eliminating a particular regulatory hurdle. It does not alter other beekeeping regulations or address issues like hive placement or neighbor complaints.
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May 2026
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Introduced May 4, 2026 Last action May 4, 2026
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Introduced, Referred to Assembly Agriculture and Natural Resources Committee
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Dawn Fantasia
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