S.3848

Allows counties and municipalities to use open space trust funds for remediation of collapsed mine shafts and sinkholes on property owned by county or municipality.

Introduced·3/10/26
Introduced Text

New Jersey S3848 allows counties and municipalities to use open space trust funds for remediating collapsed mine shafts and sinkholes on their.

New Jersey S3848 expands the authorized uses of county and municipal open space trust funds to include the remediation of collapsed mine shafts and sinkholes on property owned by the county or municipality. The bill requires the governing body to adopt an ordinance and hold a public hearing before using the funds for this purpose. It also mandates public notice and comment periods. The bill does not require voter approval but outlines specific notice and hearing requirements.

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Where it stands

Current
Environment and Energy Committee
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Committee decision

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Mar 10

Senate

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