Bill would stiffen penalties for illegal dumping in New Jersey
It s a problem that angers residents, vexes law enforcement and frustrates city public works employees: Illegally dumped trash, waste and debris can be found all over Camden neighborhoods, and it takes a toll in money and morale in a city struggling to come back from decades of decline.
Bill Moen, who represents the Fifth Legislative District along with fellow Democrats Bill Spearman and Sen. Nilsa Cruz-Perez, introduced a bill in the state Assembly Wednesday to try and address the problem by enacting stiffer penalties for illegal dumping and making it easier for property owners to seek compensation for clean-up and other expenses.