S 2182 New Jersey Senate · 2024-2025 Regular Session

Requires entities to remove abandoned lines and mark information on certain lines.

This bill requires companies and organizations that own telecommunications or cable television lines (like phone or internet providers) to remove lines that are no longer in use or unsafe. Specifically, it mandates removal of "abandoned" lines (those not maintained, not in operation for 24+ months, or requested for removal by property owners) and requires new lines to be marked with the owner's identifying information. Property owners and others can request removal of suspected abandoned lines through a formal process involving the Board of Public Utilities. The law applies to all entities owning such lines in New Jersey, aiming to improve safety and clarity around infrastructure.
Bill status died 1 of 4 stages cleared
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Jan 2024
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Introduced Jan 9, 2024 Last action Jan 9, 2024
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Jan 9, 2024
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Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Economic Growth Committee
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