S 2752 New Jersey Senate · 2026-2027 Regular Session

Changes perimeter for bow and arrow hunting around certain buildings; requires property owner to provide notice and obtain receipt from owners of adjacent properties of any hunting activity; designated as "Restoring Safety Buffer Law."

This bill (S 2752) increases the safe distance for bow and arrow hunting near occupied buildings and school playgrounds from 150 feet to 450 feet. It requires private property owners who permit hunting on their land to provide written notice and obtain written confirmation from adjacent property owners at least 24 hours before hunting occurs. The law directly affects landowners and hunters on private property, aiming to prevent accidental harm to people or pets near hunting areas. Violations could result in civil penalties up to $1,500 and permanent loss of hunting privileges. The bill, titled "Restoring Safety Buffer Law," responds to an incident where a pet dog was accidentally shot during adjacent hunting.
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Introduced Jan 13, 2026 Last action Jan 13, 2026
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Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Environment and Energy Committee
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