This bill establishes a Climate Change Mitigation and Resilience Financing Program within the New Jersey Infrastructure Bank. It would impose a per-kilowatt-hour charge on all electricity consumption in the state, added to utility bills for residential, commercial, and industrial consumers. The collected funds would finance projects like flood-resistant infrastructure, coastal protection, and other climate resilience initiatives. The program aims to address climate impacts through targeted infrastructure investments, funded directly by electricity users.
This New Jersey bill (A 2690) elevates the crime of leaving the scene of an accident that results in death from a second-degree to a first-degree offense. It directly affects drivers who leave such accident scenes, increasing penalties from up to 10 years in prison to up to 20 years, and raising fines from $150,000 to $200,000. The law clarifies that a driver’s knowledge of the death or violation of traffic laws is not required for conviction. It also ensures separate sentences for this charge and related offenses like aggravated manslaughter, with sentences running consecutively. The bill is pending in the Assembly Judiciary Committee.
This bill creates a "Local Farm Roadway Improvement Fund" to help counties and municipalities fund road projects that address traffic disruptions caused by farm equipment. It allows local governments to apply for grants or loans from this fund to improve roads where slow-moving farm vehicles (like tractors) frequently disrupt traffic flow, such as by adding wider shoulders or designated passing areas. The fund is financed using 7% of existing state highway funds allocated annually, as specified in amended transportation law. The bill directly affects rural communities with agricultural activity and aims to improve safety and traffic efficiency for farm operations.
S 3349 requires the New Jersey driver's manual to include new information on carbon monoxide dangers and vehicle maintenance, sharing the road safely with pedestrians and cyclists, and safety procedures for non-motorized vehicles. This amendment applies to all new editions of the manual distributed to applicants for driver's licenses and license renewals. The Motor Vehicle Commission must add these topics to future versions, though existing copies may be distributed until the new manual is printed. The bill text does not include provisions about police stops, despite the title and synopsis suggesting this focus.
This bill increases the penalty for causing death by reckless driving when the driver was intoxicated (drunk or high) or had a suspended license for a DUI. It elevates the crime to a first-degree offense (instead of second-degree) if the death occurs within 1,000 feet of school property, at a school crossing, or in a highway construction zone. The law requires a hearing to prove intoxication, and a convicted driver must serve a minimum prison term of at least one-third to one-half of their sentence or three years, without parole eligibility during that time. It directly affects drivers convicted of causing death while driving under the influence in these specific locations.
This bill requires certain transportation providers - including ferry operators, New Jersey Transit, the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey, and the Delaware River Port Authority - to develop and publish route schedules. Providers must post schedules at transportation facilities and on their websites, updating them within 30 days of any changes. The law directly affects passengers using these services by improving access to real-time schedule information. It amends existing statutes to mandate these transparency measures, with penalties for noncompliance (e.g., $1 per day for ferry operators failing to post schedules). Note: The bill was withdrawn after being superseded by P.L.2025, c.260.
This bill proposes requiring owners of low-speed electric bicycles (max 20 mph, pedal-assisted or motor-only) and low-speed electric scooters (max 19 mph) to register them with New Jersey's Motor Vehicle Commission (MVC) and maintain liability insurance. It directly affects individuals who own or operate these specific vehicles, which are defined in the bill as having fully operable pedals, motors under 750 watts, and speed limits. Key mechanisms include mandatory MVC registration with fees, proof of insurance coverage, and a requirement for manufacturers to label vehicles with speed and motor details. The bill does not impose driver's license requirements or restrict operation on most roads/bike paths, but specifies registration is mandatory before operation. This is a proposed requirement (not yet law), introduced in 2026 and pending committee review.
This bill requires owners or operators of public electric vehicle charging stations (located in places like parking garages, rest stops, or public transit facilities) to display the price per kilowatt-hour clearly at the point of use. The price must be visible, legible day and night, and updated in real-time or as soon as possible. It also mandates that any additional fees beyond the electricity cost must be itemized and displayed separately. Violations would result in civil penalties of up to $250 per day, enforceable through standard legal procedures. The bill takes effect 180 days after enactment.
This New Jersey bill (A 3743) requires all newly installed electric vehicle (EV) charging stations to be accessible to drivers with disabilities, directly affecting charging station operators and the Department of Transportation (DOT). It mandates specific physical features like 11-foot-wide vehicle charging spaces with 5-foot access aisles, ADA-compliant routes, and accessible communication features (including payment systems and charger controls). The law requires new stations to meet these standards within 18 months of enactment, while allowing flexibility for existing stations to comply where feasible. The bill ensures EV charging infrastructure accommodates people using wheelchairs, canes, scooters, or walkers, aligning with federal ADA and ABA accessibility standards.
This bill allows partnerships and joint ventures to bid on heavy infrastructure public works projects (like roads, bridges, water treatment facilities, and transit systems) if every individual party is independently registered with the state. It requires such partnerships to register with the Department of Labor, designate a primary contract manager, and holds all parties jointly responsible for contract performance. Current law only permitted single, registered contractors to bid on these projects. The bill was withdrawn after being approved as part of P.L.2025, c.242.
