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A 2162 New Jersey General Assembly · 2024-2025 Regular Session

Authorizes county vocational school districts to establish electric vehicle certification programs.

This bill authorizes county vocational school districts with existing automotive programs to create electric vehicle (EV) certification programs. It allows these schools to partner with private companies to develop training focused on EV-related careers like maintenance, repair, engineering, and design. Students who complete the programs would receive an official EV certification, and schools may consult national industry standards or the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities when designing the curriculum. The bill takes effect immediately.
Issues: ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill A 2162 authorizes vocational schools to establish new electric vehicle certification programs, enhancing student programs and expanding educational opportunities in a relevant field.95% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill A 2162 supports the Energy topic by authorizing programs for electric vehicle (EV) careers, which promotes the adoption and infrastructure for clean energy transportation.80% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill A 2162 promotes electric vehicle (EV) certification programs, which supports clean energy and reduces emissions by facilitating the adoption and maintenance of EVs.80% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill A 2162 authorizes vocational training for EV careers, directly supporting employment opportunities and workforce development in a new industry sector.88% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyThe bill authorizes EV certification programs, promoting education and workforce development in electric vehicle technology, thereby advancing this technological field.80% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationThe bill promotes sustainable transportation by authorizing vocational programs to train a workforce for electric vehicle maintenance, repair, engineering, and design.92% confidence
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2024
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Introduced Jan 9, 2024 Last action Jan 9, 2024
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Jan 9, 2024
Introduced
Introduced in the Assembly, Referred to Assembly Higher Education Committee
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Photo of Bill Moen
Bill Moen
DDemocratic
NJ
5
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Photo of Michele Matsikoudis
Michele Matsikoudis
RRepublican
NJ
21