This bill clarifies the responsibilities and liabilities of private beach owners and lessees regarding injuries sustained by individuals while accessing their beach premises or adjacent waters for recreational activities. It establishes that these owners or lessees have no obligation to ensure the safety of the beach for public use, regardless of its condition or whether it is part of a commercial enterprise. Additionally, during periods when the beach is unguarded, they are not required to post warnings about potential hazards. The bill defines "unguarded beach area" as any section of the beach where no lifeguard is present to monitor safety or respond to injuries.

Furthermore, the bill provides immunity from liability for private beach owners or lessees for injuries or deaths occurring when individuals access the beach or adjacent waters for recreational purposes, particularly when the beach is unguarded. Even when the beach is guarded, liability is limited unless the injury results from willful negligence or gross negligence by the lifeguard or the owner. This legislation aligns with existing liability limitations for other types of landowners in New Jersey, ensuring that private beach owners are not held responsible for injuries that occur under specified conditions.