New Jersey 2024-2025 Regular Session

New Jersey Assembly Bill AJR165

Introduced
4/4/24  

Caption

Designates first full week of June of each year as "New Jersey Fishing and Boating Week."

Impact

The designation of Fishing and Boating Week is intended to encourage public engagement with these activities, aiming to enhance community involvement and appreciation for New Jersey's natural beauty. New Jersey's abundant parks, coastline, lakes, and rivers provide countless opportunities for residents to engage in fishing and boating. As these activities contribute to the state's economy through tourism and recreational fishing, the resolution also indirectly supports ongoing conservation efforts by spotlighting the contributions of these activities towards environmental stewardship.

Summary

AJR165 is a Joint Resolution introduced in the New Jersey Legislature on April 4, 2024, which aims to designate the first full week of June each year as "New Jersey Fishing and Boating Week." This initiative underscores the significant role that fishing and boating play in American recreational life, emphasizing how these activities connect people with nature while promoting healthy living. The resolution comes during a time when fishing and boating activity remains robust across the state, with substantial participation by residents.

Contention

While the resolution appears to be widely supported, some aspects may lead to discussions about managing public resources to accommodate increased participation in fishing and boating activities. The resolution requests the Governor to create a proclamation to commemorate the week, which raises the question of resource allocation and promotional efforts by the Division of Fish and Wildlife to manage the anticipated influx of recreational users during this designated period. Ensuring accessibility and minimizing potential environmental impacts will be crucial as the resolution advocates for engaging more citizens in these activities.

Companion Bills

NJ SJR73

Carry Over Designates first full week of June each year as "New Jersey Fishing and Boating Week."

Previously Filed As

NJ AJR155

Designates first full week of June each year as "New Jersey Fishing and Boating Week."

NJ SJR152

Designates first full week of June of each year as "New Jersey Fishing and Boating Week."

NJ SJR73

Designates first full week of June each year as "New Jersey Fishing and Boating Week."

NJ AJR11

Designates fourth Saturday of September each year as "New Jersey Hunting and Fishing Day."

NJ AJR164

Designates fourth Saturday of September each year as "New Jersey Hunting and Fishing Day."

NJ SJR63

Designates fourth Saturday of September each year as "New Jersey Hunting and Fishing Day."

NJ AJR12

Designates first full week in August of each year as "Farmers Market Week."

NJ AJR152

Designates last full weekend in August each year as "New Jersey Bat Night Out."

NJ AJR25

Designates first full week of May of each year as "Teacher Appreciation Week."

NJ AJR83

Designates first full week of May of each year as "Teacher Appreciation Week."

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