S.2557

Establishes requirements for sale and planting of running bamboo; requires recordkeeping of certain violations and consideration thereof as grounds for license or registration review.

Introduced·2/8/24
Introduced Text

Establishes requirements for sale and planting of running bamboo in New Jersey.

New Jersey S2557 establishes requirements for the sale and planting of running bamboo, defined as any bamboo in the genus Phyllostachys, including Phyllostachys aureosulcata. The bill mandates that only certified nurserymen can sell running bamboo, while only licensed landscape architects, registered home improvement contractors, and their employees or contractors can plant it. Violations of these provisions are subject to a $100 civil penalty for each day of violation.

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Where it stands

Current
Environment and Energy Committee
Next
Session adjourned — paused until it reconvenes

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History

Feb 8, 2024

Senate

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Environment and Energy Committee