The "Liberty State Park Protection Act" establishes the Liberty State Park Advisory Committee and sets forth requirements for the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) concerning Liberty State Park. The bill underscores the park's importance as a natural, historic, and cultural resource, aiming to protect it from privatization and commercialization that could limit public access. The DEP is required to consult with the Advisory Committee before making decisions on concessions, leases, or property rights transfers, ensuring transparency and public involvement in the decision-making process.

Key provisions include the formation of the Advisory Committee, which will include stakeholders from environmental organizations and local communities, to advise the DEP on ecological restoration and public access initiatives. The bill amends existing laws to limit the granting of rights for private profit at Liberty State Park, reinforcing its status as a public resource. Additionally, it removes certain provisions from the Hackensack Meadowlands Agency Consolidation Act that previously granted authority to the commission regarding the park, thereby enhancing the DEP's oversight and the committee's advisory role in managing the park.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 13:1L-6, 5:10A-19