A 2035 New Jersey General Assembly · 2026-2027 Regular Session

Requires MVC to conduct unscheduled surprise inspections of certain school buses.

This bill requires the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission (MVC) to conduct two annual school bus safety inspections per bus, including at least one unscheduled "surprise" inspection at the operator's terminal. It directly affects school bus operators (owners/responsible for daily operations) and the MVC, mandating they maintain detailed records of bus maintenance, driver qualifications, and emissions compliance. Key provisions include mandatory emission checks for diesel buses during all inspections and fines of $50-$500 per violation for non-compliance (e.g., failing to provide records or withhold buses without 24-hour notice). The law amends existing safety regulations to strengthen oversight without altering bus definitions or operational standards.
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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 Transportation and Independent Authorities Committee
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