S 4214 New Jersey Senate · 2026-2027 Regular Session

Codifies finding that greenhouse gas emissions contribute to climate change and endanger public health, safety, welfare, and environment; amends "Air Pollution Control Act (1954)" to define greenhouse gases as air pollutants subject to regulation.

This bill classifies greenhouse gases as air pollutants under New Jersey's existing Air Pollution Control Act, allowing the state to regulate their emissions. It formally recognizes scientific evidence that these gases contribute to climate change and pose risks to public health, safety, and the environment. By amending state law, the measure directs the Department of Environmental Protection to create specific emission standards for stationary sources like power plants and industrial facilities. The legislation also mandates rules to support broader state goals, such as establishing low-carbon fuel standards and increasing the sales of zero-emission vehicles.
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May 2026
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Introduced May 11, 2026 Last action May 11, 2026
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Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Environment and Energy Committee
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