This bill proposes an exemption from permit fees charged by the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) to municipalities that need to construct or repair flood control facilities or address damage to infrastructure caused by natural disasters involving flooding. The exemption applies to any necessary permits, approvals, or authorizations required for these repairs. To qualify for the fee exemption, municipalities must demonstrate to the DEP that the requested permit or approval is essential for addressing the damage incurred due to the natural disaster.

Additionally, the bill mandates that the DEP publish a notice in the New Jersey Register and provide information on how municipalities can apply for the fee exemption within 90 days of the bill's effective date. This information will also be made available on the DEP's website, shared with the Department of Community Affairs, and compiled for distribution to municipalities following a natural disaster. The act is set to take effect immediately upon passage.