Requires private bus operators to provide notice and hold public meetings for certain service changes.
This bill requires private bus companies operating regular scheduled routes (excluding charter, casino, or tourism-focused services) to notify the public and government agencies before making major service cuts. Specifically, operators must provide 4 months' written notice to state agencies (NJ Motor Vehicle Commission and NJ Transit) and 3 months' notice to riders before reducing service. They must also hold a public meeting in the affected area within 15 days of notifying riders, with prior notice to local officials. Violations could result in civil penalties up to $10,000 per instance.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2024
Committee Review
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Governor
Introduced Feb 27, 2024
Last action Jun 28, 2024
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May 6, 2024
Lower · Passed
Reported out of Assembly Committee, 2nd Reading
lower
Feb 27, 2024
Introduced
Introduced in the Assembly, Referred to Assembly Transportation and Independent Authorities Committee
lower
3 primary · 4 co-sponsors
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