A 1237 New Jersey General Assembly · 2026-2027 Regular Session

Permits idling of motor vehicles on residential property.

This bill (A-1237) removes penalties for idling gasoline-powered vehicles on residential property, specifically allowing residents to warm up their cars without facing fines. It directly affects homeowners and renters who currently risk penalties under New Jersey's existing three-minute idling rule (N.J.A.C. 7:27-15.8), which lacks an exemption for residential warming. The key provision amends current regulations to explicitly permit this activity on private property, aligning with common practices like pre-driving warm-ups. The bill takes effect immediately upon passage.
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Introduced Jan 13, 2026 Last action Jan 13, 2026
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Jan 13, 2026
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Introduced, Referred to Assembly Environment and Solid Waste Committee
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