Enhances penalties imposed on drivers who have never been issued a driver's license.
This bill's title claims to "enhance penalties" for unlicensed drivers, but the actual text amends New Jersey's driver's license requirements (R.S. 39:3-10), not penalties. It updates testing procedures, requiring vision exams, knowledge tests on traffic rules (including pedestrian/cyclist safety), and multilingual exam availability. The bill also mandates photo ID for testing, specifies motorcycle license restrictions based on engine size, and details identity verification for license applicants. As introduced on January 13, 2026, it has not yet been voted on or enacted.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2026
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Jan 13, 2026
Last action Jan 13, 2026
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Jan 13, 2026
Introduced
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Public Safety and Preparedness Committee
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2 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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