Establishes "New Jersey Invasive Species Task Force."

This bill (A 1751) establishes the "New Jersey Invasive Species Task Force" within the Department of Agriculture. The task force, composed of state agency leaders (Agriculture, Environmental Protection, Health, Forestry, and Rutgers) plus four public members appointed by the Governor and legislative leaders, will study invasive species control, develop prevention and restoration plans, and maintain a public list of invasive species updated every three years. It must hold quarterly public meetings statewide and submit annual reports to the Governor and Legislature detailing species impacts, spread patterns, and policy recommendations. The task force aims to coordinate state efforts to protect native ecosystems from harmful non-native plants, animals, and microorganisms.