S 1260 New Jersey Senate · 2024-2025 Regular Session

Requires use of protective headgear when horseback riding on State-owned lands.

This bill requires all horseback riders on New Jersey's State-owned lands to wear ASTM-compliant protective headgear with proper harness securing. It affects anyone engaging in equestrian activity on these public lands, mandating helmets meeting specific safety standards (verified by ASTM or Safety Equipment Institute certification). Riders violating the rule face fines up to $50 for a first offense and $200 for repeat violations, with all collected funds directed to the New Jersey Brain Injury Research Fund for grants supporting brain injury research. Clear signage must be posted at all trail entrances to inform riders of the requirement.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2024
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Jan 9, 2024 Last action Jan 25, 2024
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Jan 25, 2024
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Transferred to Senate State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation Committee
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Jan 9, 2024
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Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Environment and Energy Committee
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Jim Beach
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