S 2007 New Jersey Senate · 2026-2027 Regular Session

Establishes certain exceptions for emergency personnel operating personal watercraft while providing rescue services.

This bill amends New Jersey law to exempt emergency personnel from specific personal watercraft operation restrictions while performing official duties. Current law prohibits operating personal watercraft (like jet skis) at high speeds within 100 feet of shorelines, swimming areas, people in the water, residential units, or near other vessels in ways that make the craft airborne. The exemption applies to law enforcement officers, firefighters, beach patrol members, and emergency medical personnel during rescue operations. This change allows these responders to use personal watercraft more effectively for lifesaving missions without being constrained by standard operating rules.
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Introduced Jan 13, 2026 Last action Jan 13, 2026
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