Clarifies and codifies certain inflatable ride safety requirements.
This bill (S 3039) clarifies and codifies safety requirements for inflatable carnival rides in New Jersey, directly affecting ride manufacturers, operators, and event organizers. It requires manufacturers to provide detailed operation manuals with setup instructions and safety protocols, and mandates that every ride display an identification plate listing critical details like manufacturer, capacity, inflation needs, and serial number. Operators must check anchors and tie-downs before use, use approved anchoring methods, evacuate riders during hazardous weather, and avoid operation in high winds exceeding manufacturer limits. The Department of Community Affairs will enforce these rules through regulations.
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Jan 2026
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Introduced Jan 13, 2026
Last action Jan 13, 2026
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Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Commerce Committee
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Benjie Wimberly
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