Sen. Bob Smith

Primary S 257

In committee · New Jersey Senate · Lead sponsor

Authorizes State Treasurer to appoint Garden State Preservation Trust acting executive director under certain conditions.

Maddy summaryThis bill (S 257) allows New Jersey's State Treasurer to appoint an acting executive director for the Garden State Preservation Trust (GSPT) when the permanent position has been vacant for one year or longer. The appointment requires consultation with the Environmental Protection Commissioner and Agriculture Secretary, and the acting director serves a minimum one-year term at an annual cost capped at $150,000. The GSPT retains full oversight authority over the acting director, ensuring continuity in managing state conservation programs like open space preservation and historic site protection.

Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill explicitly sets an annual cost cap of $150,000 for a state position, directly addressing government spending and fiscal management.85% confidence EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill ensures the continued functionality of the Garden State Preservation Trust, which is involved in open space preservation and natural resource conservation.80% confidence

In committee Jan 9, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary A 3677

Vetoed · New Jersey General Assembly · Lead sponsor

Prohibits sale, distribution, import, export or propagation of certain invasive species without permit from Department of Agriculture; establishes NJ Invasive Species Council.**

Vetoed Jan 8, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary S 2505

In committee · New Jersey Senate · Lead sponsor

Requires installation of operational automatic rain sensor or smart sprinkler as condition of sale of certain real properties, and on certain commercial, retail, and industrial properties and common interest communities within specified timeframes.*

In committee Jan 8, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary S 3793

In committee · New Jersey Senate · Lead sponsor

Directs BPU to conduct study to determine feasibility, marketability, and costs of implementing large-scale geothermal heat pump systems in State.

In committee Jan 8, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary S 3490

Signed into law · New Jersey Senate · Lead sponsor

Amends certain requirements for installation of electric vehicle supply equipment and Make-Ready parking spaces.

Signed into law Jan 8, 2024 0 co-sponsors

Primary S 3662

In committee · New Jersey Senate · Lead sponsor

Expands eligibility for "fishing buddy license" fee.

Maddy summaryThis bill expands eligibility for New Jersey's "fishing buddy license" by removing the age limit for companions. Previously, companions had to be under 65 to qualify for the reduced fee; the bill now allows anyone aged 16 or older to apply for the $10.75 fishing buddy license when purchasing it alongside a qualifying companion (a resident aged 16+ without a recent fishing license, or a nonresident applying for a nonresident license). The key mechanism reduces the standard resident fishing license fee ($21.50) to $10.75 for the buddy license when paired with a qualifying companion. This directly affects New Jersey residents aged 16+ who fish with companions, particularly seniors who previously couldn't qualify for the discounted rate.

In committee Jan 8, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

Co-sponsor AJR 230

Signed into law · New Jersey General Assembly · Co-sponsor

Recognizes 75th anniversary of establishment of State of Israel.

Signed into law Jan 8, 2024 1 co-sponsor

Primary S 3102

Passed · New Jersey Senate · Lead sponsor

Establishes uptime requirement for electric vehicle charging station incentive programs.*

Passed Jan 8, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary A 5442

Passed · New Jersey General Assembly · Lead sponsor

Directs BPU to conduct study to determine feasibility, marketability, and costs of implementing large-scale geothermal heat pump systems in State.

Passed Jan 8, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary S 3723

Signed into law · New Jersey Senate · Lead sponsor

"Electric and Hybrid Vehicle Battery Management Act."*

Signed into law Jan 8, 2024 0 co-sponsors