A 1076 New Jersey General Assembly · 2026-2027 Regular Session

Requires MVC to offer driver's license knowledge test in Punjabi.

This bill requires New Jersey's Motor Vehicle Commission (MVC) to offer driver's license knowledge tests in Punjabi, alongside English and the three most commonly spoken non-English languages in the state. It directly affects non-English speaking residents, particularly Punjabi speakers, who must pass the written knowledge test to obtain a license. The key provision mandates the MVC to provide tests in these languages and update the list of top non-English languages every five years. The bill amends existing law to expand language accessibility for applicants, ensuring they can take the test in a language they understand. This is a concrete policy change focused on improving access to driver's license exams.
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Introduced Jan 13, 2026 Last action Jan 13, 2026
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Jan 13, 2026
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Balvir Singh
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