S 2369 New Jersey Senate · 2026-2027 Regular Session

Requires vehicles with large loads or trailers to use right lane of highways.

This bill requires commercial vehicles carrying large loads (where the load extends above the vehicle's sides, tailgate, or rear) and trailers to use the right lane on highways, except when entering or exiting from the left lane. It applies to motor-drawn vehicles, towed vehicles (like trailers), and vehicles with uncovered or extended loads. Violations carry a fine of up to $500 per offense. The law aims to improve highway safety by keeping larger vehicles out of faster-moving left lanes. The bill is currently pending in the Senate Transportation Committee.
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Introduced Jan 13, 2026 Last action Jan 13, 2026
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Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Transportation Committee
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