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Committee unanimously releases bill naming eastern bumblebee New Jersey's native state pollinator
Summary
The Environment and Solid Waste Committee unanimously released A3033 to designate the eastern bumblebee as New Jersey's native state pollinator after brief discussion; the motion passed without opposition.
The New Jersey Assembly Environment and Solid Waste Committee unanimously moved to release Assembly Bill A3033, which would designate the eastern bumblebee as the State's native pollinator.
Committee members moved and seconded the item with minimal discussion and a unanimous roll call. Chair and members characterized the designation as symbolic recognition of native pollinators and supportive of pollinator conservation efforts.
The bill was released by unanimous vote and will move on for further consideration.
