A 4873 New Jersey General Assembly · 2026-2027 Regular Session

Prohibits DEP from charging fee for resident mobile sportfishing vehicle permit to veterans, active military members, former or current members of the NJ National Guard or Reserve, or volunteer emergency workers.

This New Jersey bill would exempt veterans, active military personnel, National Guard members, and volunteer emergency workers from paying fees for mobile sportfishing vehicle permits. Under the law, the Department of Environmental Protection cannot charge these residents for permits that allow vehicles to operate on state park beaches for fishing, provided the vehicle is registered in the veteran's name. While these individuals would receive free permits, they are still limited to holding only one at a time and must follow all existing safety rules and regulations. The state agency must also create new rules to define the required proof of eligibility for these fee waivers.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
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May 2026
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Introduced May 4, 2026 Last action May 4, 2026
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May 4, 2026
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Introduced, Referred to Assembly Agriculture and Natural Resources Committee
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