The N.J. Division of Fish and Wildlife is applauding the new federal Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act for “supporting wildlife in an historic way” by addressing the challenges habitat fragmentation poses to animals. The act, passed by Congress in November, includes $350 million in competitive grants for wildlife-friendly infrastructure projects such as overpasses, underpasses and roadside fencing.

In addition, the measure makes wildlife connectivity and collision-reduction projects eligible for other funding…