Provides exemption from DEP permit fees to municipalities after natural disaster involving flooding.
This bill (S 3259) exempts New Jersey municipalities from paying Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) permit fees for repairs to flood control facilities, roads, buildings, or other structures damaged by flooding during a natural disaster. Municipalities must demonstrate to the DEP that the work is necessary due to a qualifying flood disaster. The DEP must publish application details within 90 days, including posting online and sharing with the Department of Community Affairs, to help municipalities access the fee exemption.
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Feb 2026
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Introduced Feb 2, 2026
Last action Feb 2, 2026
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Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Environment and Energy Committee
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