New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Bill

A 547: Requires DEP and owners of certain reservoirs to implement certain flood control measures; authorizes Office of Emergency Management to order lowering of reservoirs levels in response to severe weather events.

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

Plain-language summary

A 547 is a bill introduced in the New Jersey House on January 13, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Requires DEP and owners of certain reservoirs to implement certain flood control measures; authorizes Office of Emergency Management to order lowering of reservoirs levels in response to severe weather events. Primary sponsor: Bob Auth (Republican), Chris Tully (Democratic), Azzariti Jr., John V., M.D.. It lists 6 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (January 13, 2026): Introduced, Referred to Assembly Environment and Solid Waste Committee.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Bob Auth (Republican); Chris Tully (Democratic); Azzariti Jr., John V., M.D.. 6 co-sponsors.