"Barnegat Bay Protection Act"; establishes Barnegat Bay Protection Fund, dedicates portion of sales tax on fertilizer, authorizes special license plates, and provides for donations.

This bill creates the Barnegat Bay Protection Fund to support the estuary's preservation. It directly affects residents and businesses in Ocean and Monmouth Counties (over 500,000 people) by dedicating 1% of fertilizer sales tax, authorizing special "Protect Barnegat Bay" license plates ($50 initial fee + $10 annual), and collecting donations at beach tag, vessel registration, and watercraft license points. Funds will be used exclusively for watershed remediation, seagrass restoration, pollution reduction, and public education campaigns. The State Treasurer and Environmental Protection Commissioner will manage and report on fund allocations annually.