This bill would temporarily exempt small retail businesses in areas affected by highway construction from paying state sales tax during active projects. To qualify, businesses must have 50 or fewer full-time employees, be independently owned, and operate within an "impacted construction zone" where highway work blocks traffic or access. Businesses must apply to the state tax director for approval, which would issue a certificate specifying eligible locations and the exemption period matching the project's duration (from start to completion). The exemption applies only to sales at the business during the construction phase, not to other tax obligations.
This bill (A 3906) requires New Jersey state agencies to apply a price discount (up to 5%) to bids for asphalt or concrete when using pervious pavement materials on public construction projects. It directs the Department of Environmental Protection to create a stormwater management hierarchy ranking materials by their ability to reduce runoff and filter contaminants. Taxpayers purchasing pervious pavement for municipal, county, or state projects can claim a credit against certain taxes. The bill directly affects state agencies, contractors working on public projects, and businesses selling these materials, aiming to promote environmentally beneficial paving through procurement incentives and tax relief.
This bill requires large warehouse operators (over 100,000 sq ft with >50,000 sq ft of operations) to implement air pollution reduction plans starting 36 months after enactment. Operators must earn points during a 12-month compliance period through specific actions like purchasing zero-emission trucks, installing solar power, or funding air filtration near schools. The standard plan uses a traffic-based point system, while a custom plan allows tailored approaches with detailed emission reduction targets. The Department of Environmental Protection will develop the program and approved plans, with a phased point requirement increasing over time.
This bill (A 1703) declares New Jersey's intent to adopt permanent daylight saving time *if federal law permits states to do so*. It directly affects all New Jersey residents and businesses by proposing to eliminate the biannual time changes (currently observed from April to November). The bill amends state statutes to prepare for year-round daylight saving time, referencing studies on potential safety benefits like reduced traffic crashes and heart attack risks. However, it does not change current time laws - it only sets the framework for future implementation should Congress authorize states to observe daylight saving time year-round. The bill remains pending federal action and is currently in committee.
This bill requires New Jersey Transit (NJT) to provide direct rail service from the Raritan Valley Line (RVL) to Manhattan during off-peak hours at a level equal to or greater than the service offered during fiscal year 2018. It directly affects RVL commuters traveling to Manhattan during non-peak times, ensuring reliable, transfer-free access without reduced service. The key provision establishes 2018 as a baseline standard for service frequency, mandating NJT maintain or improve upon that level. The bill is currently pending in the Assembly Transportation Committee and has not yet been enacted.
This bill creates the "New Jersey Grid Modernization Task Force" within the Governor's Office to develop a comprehensive plan for updating the state's electric grid. The task force, made up of state agency leaders, utility representatives, industry experts, and public members, will address grid upgrades needed due to rising electric vehicle adoption, residential solar installations, and electric heating systems. It must submit its master plan - including recommendations for maintaining funding for the Transportation Trust Fund - to the Governor and Legislature within one year, after which the task force will expire. The plan aims to prepare the grid for future energy demands while examining how electric vehicle growth affects transportation funding.
This bill removes a requirement that counties and municipalities set aside at least 5% of bond funds as a down payment before adopting bond ordinances for capital projects. It directly affects local governments seeking to issue bonds for infrastructure, parks, or other capital improvements. The key change eliminates the need for local units to appropriate or secure this down payment from existing budgets, emergency funds, or prior contributions. This frees up immediate funding flexibility for local governments, allowing them to redirect resources toward other priorities without the 5% down payment hurdle.
New Jersey's bill A2531 requires vehicle manufacturers to provide owners with real-time, free access to their vehicle's recorded data - including speed, location, crash information, and performance metrics - through a standard interface. Owners or their representatives can retrieve this data without fees, decryption requirements, or needing manufacturer-provided devices, in a machine-readable format. The law excludes audio/video data and maintains existing exceptions for law enforcement (with warrants), repairs, emergency services, and safety research. This directly affects vehicle owners, manufacturers, and repair facilities by standardizing data access while preserving specific legal and safety use cases.
This bill establishes a pilot program allowing solar energy projects on state and local government-owned roadside rights-of-way (land adjacent to roads, 30-100 feet from the road centerline) in New Jersey. Projects must not exceed 10 megawatts individually, with a total program cap of 200 megawatts, and must avoid disrupting traffic, safety, or road maintenance. The Board of Public Utilities, with input from the Transportation Commissioner, will review applications based on criteria like safety monitoring, environmental impact, and project size, requiring permits before construction. The pilot runs for 36 months, with possible two 12-month extensions (max 50 megawatts increase per extension) to evaluate outcomes.
This bill provides tax credits for businesses purchasing hydrogen fuel cell vehicles for commercial use. Businesses can claim up to 25% of the vehicle cost (capped at $15,000) in 2023, decreasing to 8% ($5,000 cap) by 2025. To qualify, businesses must obtain certification from the Environmental Protection Commissioner confirming the vehicle meets specifications and is used exclusively for business operations. The credits apply against both New Jersey's corporation business tax and gross income tax.
