SR101

Declares natural lands as essential infrastructure and recognizes the need for land conservation in New Jersey.

Declares forests, farms, wetlands, and open spaces as essential infrastructure and recognizes the need for land conservation in New Jersey. The resolution highlights the economic, environmental, and public health benefits of these natural systems, including protection of drinking water, stormwater management, flood mitigation, and improved air quality. It emphasizes the importance of conserving 500,000 acres by 2050 to achieve a thriving and connected landscape for both people and wildlife.