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New Jerseys Department of Environmental Protection faces significant budget cuts in Governor Murphys fiscal year proposal, but Acting Commissioner Ed Potosnak remains hopeful. The overall state appropriation drops by $150 million, a 22% cut from this years $662 million. Despite this, $4.3 million is allocated to expedite the slow permitting process, currently taking 18 months on average for wetland development permits. Lawmakers applaud the permitting push, but express concerns over cuts to other programs like the New Jersey School of Conservation and the Essex-Hudson Greenway project. Potosnak emphasizes the need for momentum on these environmental initiatives. As the Senate finalizes the $1.3 billion DEP budget by June 30th, Potosnak anticipates the cuts to ease with additional corporate tax revenue for water cleanup and open space.

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