A 3910
Requires DEP to consider potential impacts to natural resources when classifying dams according to hazard potential.
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Bill overview
This bill requires the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) to consider the potential impacts to natural resources, such as wildlife, fish, and habitat, when classifying dams based on their hazard potential. Currently, the DEP classifies dams into four categories based primarily on the risk of loss of life and property damage. This legislation expands the classification process to include an assessment of potential harm to the environment. The bill amends existing legislation to ensure this broader consideration is incorporated into the dam safety inspection and reporting procedure.
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Shanique Speight
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