"Penny's Law"; requires DEP to develop beach accessibility guidelines for persons with disabilities.

S 2570, "Penny's Law," requires New Jersey's Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) to develop accessibility guidelines for public beaches within one year. The guidelines must cover physical features like ramps, restrooms, surf chairs, parking, and boardwalks to improve access for people with disabilities. The DEP must consult disability advocacy groups and consider federal accessibility standards during development. Once created, the guidelines will be published online and distributed to all municipalities with public beaches, though the bill does not mandate immediate implementation by local governments. The bill is currently pending in the Senate Environment and Energy Committee.