Proposes constitutional amendment to prohibit use of eminent domain to take active farmland in certain circumstances.

ACR 171 proposes a constitutional amendment to prevent New Jersey governments from using eminent domain (taking private property for public use with fair compensation) to acquire land actively used for farming or gardening, except when the property is permanently restricted for agricultural use. It would apply to the state, counties, municipalities, school districts, and local public entities. The amendment would prohibit taking active farmland for non-farming purposes like development, but allow acquisition if the land is legally bound to remain in agricultural use forever. This change requires voter approval after legislative passage.