Authorizes procedures under MLUL for identification and preservation of abandoned cemeteries.
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- Introduced
- Passed General Assembly
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill allows the New Jersey Department of Transportation to identify and preserve abandoned cemeteries that may be impacted by transportation projects. It establishes a process for assessing the historical and cultural significance of these cemeteries and outlines steps for their protection. The bill aims to ensure that cemeteries with historical importance are not inadvertently damaged or destroyed during infrastructure development. It seeks to balance the needs of transportation with the preservation of New Jersey’s heritage.
Key provisions
- Establishes a process for identifying abandoned cemeteries.
- Authorizes the Department of Transportation to assess cemeteries for historical significance.
- Requires the Department of Transportation to develop preservation plans for cemeteries of significance.
- Provides for consultation with relevant stakeholders, including historical societies and tribal nations.
- Allows for the relocation of cemeteries if necessary to protect their integrity.
Who is affected
- New Jersey Department of Transportation
- Historical societies
- Tribal nations
- Property owners adjacent to cemeteries
- Descendants of individuals buried in cemeteries
Notable changes
- Creates a specific framework for addressing cemeteries impacted by transportation projects.
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