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Read. Follow. Verify.New Jersey Bill A164 Authorizes Sunday Deer Hunting on State, Private, and Certain Federal Lands
Last action · January 13, 2026: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Agriculture and Natural Resources CommitteeSponsors: Dawn Fantasia and 2 others
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What This Bill Would Do
New Jersey bill A164 authorizes Sunday deer hunting with firearms and bow and arrows on State wildlife management areas, private property, federal military lands with proper approval, and the William J. Hughes Technical Center. The measure lifts previous Sunday restrictions for these specific locations and activities, taking effect immediately upon enactment.
Hunters gain legal access to deer hunting on Sundays across specific state, private, and federal properties where it was previously barred by a blanket weekday-only restriction, subject to licensing and location approvals.
Who It Would Affect
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hunters
Hunters gain legal authorization to hunt deer on Sundays on State wildlife management areas, private property, federal military land, and the William J. Hughes Technical Center, provided they hold the correct licenses.
private property owners
Private property owners are permitted to allow Sunday deer hunting with a firearm on their lands during prescribed deer seasons.
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Currently in committee. The next step in the legislative lifecycle is Floor Vote.
Procedural history
1 action- Jan 13, 2026HouseIntroducedIntroduced, Referred to Assembly Agriculture and Natural Resources Committee
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