New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Bill
S 309: Requires DEP to provide public access for boats to certain State-and county-owned lakes and reservoirs.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
S 309 is a bill introduced in the New Jersey Senate on January 13, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Requires DEP to provide public access for boats to certain State-and county-owned lakes and reservoirs. Primary sponsor: Nilsa Cruz-Perez (Democratic), Shirley Turner (Democratic). It lists 1 additional sponsor. Most recent recorded action (February 12, 2026): Referred to Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 2 · Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nilsa Cruz-Perez | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 5 |
| Shirley Turner | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 15 |
| Parker Space | Co-sponsor | Republican | Senate | 24 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Referred to Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee
- Reported from Senate Committee, 2nd Reading
- Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Environment and Energy Committee