Establishes a Forest Fire Preparedness Commission in the Department of Environmental Protection to enhance wildfire response.
The bill establishes a Forest Fire Preparedness Commission within the Department of Environmental Protection to improve New Jersey's readiness for wildfires. The commission will audit current wildfire response protocols, develop a coordinated response roadmap, and ensure effective communication among emergency responders. It will also review existing plans, update evacuation protocols, and create a plan for ensuring a constant water supply for firefighting. The commission will dissolve 30 days after submitting its final report to the Governor and the Legislature.
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