This bill mandates that the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) waive walk-in and bicycle entrance fees to State parks and forests during specific holidays, namely Memorial Day weekend, the week of the Fourth of July, and Labor Day weekend. The legislation aims to encourage public access to these natural spaces by eliminating fees for those entering on foot or by bicycle during these designated times.

The bill is set to take effect one year after its enactment, allowing for the necessary adjustments within the DEP to implement the fee waivers. This initiative is part of a broader effort to promote outdoor activities and enhance community engagement with New Jersey's parks and forests.