A 1453 New Jersey General Assembly · 2026-2027 Regular Session

Directs Dept. of Agriculture to consult with US Dept. of Agriculture to determine methods and implementation of geese control.

This bill directs New Jersey's Department of Agriculture and the Division of Fish and Wildlife to collaborate with the U.S. Department of Agriculture on geese population control. It requires identifying nonlethal methods first, using humane lethal methods (excluding gassing) only when necessary, and creating memorandums of understanding between agencies. The bill mandates posting clear fact sheets online about approved methods and circumstances for use. It also requires property development best practices that discourage geese by minimizing natural turf grass and promoting native plants that don't attract them. These changes apply to state agencies managing wildlife and property development projects.
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Introduced Jan 13, 2026 Last action Jan 13, 2026
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Jan 13, 2026
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