New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Bill

A 1863: Requires State entities engaging in projects resulting in deforestation of any size to submit plan to DEP for no net loss of forested areas.

In committee Last action January 13, 2026: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Environment and Solid Waste Committee

Plain-language summary

A 1863 is a bill introduced in the New Jersey House on January 13, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Requires State entities engaging in projects resulting in deforestation of any size to submit plan to DEP for no net loss of forested areas. Primary sponsor: Jim Kennedy (Democratic), Anthony Verrelli (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (January 13, 2026): Introduced, Referred to Assembly Environment and Solid Waste Committee.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Jim Kennedy (Democratic); Anthony Verrelli (Democratic).