S 1925 New Jersey Senate · 2026-2027 Regular Session

Exempts certain nonprofit historic educational programs about steam locomotive railroads from regulation as amusement parks or rides.

This bill exempts nonprofit historic educational programs operating steam locomotive railroads from being regulated as amusement parks or rides. It specifically applies to 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations or government entities that meet three requirements: personnel must be trained per railroad standards, all maintenance and boiler inspections must be completed (with proof submitted), and no paid admission or ticket sales for rides may be offered. The law clarifies that these educational programs - focused on historical railroad experiences, not public transportation - will not face amusement park regulations as long as these conditions are met. The bill takes effect immediately upon passage.
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Jan 2026
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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 in the Senate, Referred to Senate State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation Committee
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