Permits municipalities to charge reduced or no beach fee for children ages 12 to 17; revises law concerning beach fees for veterans.

This bill allows New Jersey municipalities to offer reduced or free beach fees for children aged 12 to 17 and expands fee exemptions for veterans. It amends existing state law to permit local governments to set these discounts through ordinances while maintaining the current exemption for children under 12. The legislation specifies that veterans, including active duty service members, National Guard members, and those with Gold Star Family designations, qualify for fee reductions, and requires municipalities to track the number of eligible individuals receiving these benefits. Additionally, the bill clarifies that disabled veterans do not need to pay fees to obtain, replace, or renew permits for operating motorized vehicles on beaches.