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NJ lawmaker proposes renaming Delaware Bay to Bay of New Jersey

Republican State Senator Mike Testa of Cumberland County has proposed a bill to call the waters the "Bay of New Jersey."

News 12 Staff

Jun 27, 2025, 2:13 PM

Updated 11 hr ago

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A South Jersey lawmaker wants to rename the Delaware Bay — and make it official across the state.
Republican State Senator Mike Testa of Cumberland County has proposed a bill to call the waters the "Bay of New Jersey."
The bill would require all state departments and agencies to use the new name on signs, websites, and other materials.
No comment yet from Delaware.