New Jersey 2024-2025 Regular Session

New Jersey Senate Bill S1725

Introduced
1/9/24  
Introduced
1/13/26  
Refer
1/9/24  

Caption

"Used Car Buyers' Bill of Rights"; prohibits certain "as is" sales of used motor vehicles.

Impact

The bill allows for an unrestricted number of permits to be issued, which supporters argue will enable better wildlife management and prevent property damage caused by beavers. The Division of Fish and Wildlife will have the responsibility to determine the necessary number of permits based on ecological assessments and population control needs. This approach is expected to enhance the state's ability to manage wildlife effectively while ensuring that landowners suffering from beaver activity can seek relief through the permitting process.

Summary

Bill S1725 proposes to amend existing New Jersey law regarding the management of beavers by removing the current cap on the number of permits that the Division of Fish and Wildlife can issue for the taking of beavers. Previously, the division was limited to a maximum of 200 permits issued per calendar year. This change aims to provide the division with greater flexibility and authority to manage beaver populations more effectively, aligning this regulation with their existing powers over other game species management.

Contention

Notably, there may be contention surrounding the implications of removing the permit limit, particularly concerning concerns about the potential over-trapping of beavers, which could disrupt local ecosystems. Opponents of the bill may argue that unlimited permits could lead to negative environmental consequences and threaten the beaver population. Advocates, however, believe that effective management requires greater flexibility in the number of permits available and that the division's oversight will mitigate the risk of over-trapping.

Companion Bills

NJ A3808

Same As "Used Car Buyers' Bill of Rights"; prohibits certain "as is" sales of used motor vehicles.

NJ A1546

Carry Over "Used Car Buyers' Bill of Rights"; prohibits certain "as is" sales of used motor vehicles.

NJ A3954

Carry Over Requires school districts to include instruction on significance of Juneteenth Independence Day as part of implementation of New Jersey Student Learning Standards in Social Studies.

NJ S3024

Carry Over Authorizes creation of Stockton University license plates.

Previously Filed As

NJ S2087

"Used Car Buyers' Bill of Rights"; prohibits certain "as is" sales of used motor vehicles.

NJ A1310

"Used Car Buyers' Bill of Rights"; prohibits certain "as is" sales of used motor vehicles.

NJ S509

Requires dealership to notify buyers of recalls on used motor vehicles for sale.

NJ S510

Requires dealerships to notify buyers of recalls on used motor vehicles for sales; limits attorneys' fees in certain consumer actions.

NJ S1725

Removes statutory limitation on number of permits that may be issued by Division of Fish and Wildlife for the taking of beaver.

AR HB1989

To Amend The Law Concerning Used Motor Vehicles Buyers Protection; And To Amend The Law Concerning The Used Motor Vehicle Dealer's License Application Process.

NJ A576

Exempts retail sales of used motor vehicles from New Jersey sales and use tax.

NJ A573

Reduces tax rate by 50 percent on sales and use of used motor vehicles.

NJ A5021

Prohibits use of lead ammunition in hunting.

NY A08362

Prohibits certain restrictions on motor vehicle sales or use.

Similar Bills

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