This bill creates a transportation grant program to help spouses of veterans travel to visit them at long-term care facilities or Veterans Affairs medical centers in New Jersey. The program provides financial reimbursement for travel expenses incurred by spouses who cannot drive themselves and are not covered by other existing state or federal programs. Funding of $500,000 is allocated to the Department of Veterans Affairs to administer the grants, which may cover costs for public transit, county transportation services, or private vehicle use. The legislation also requires participating government entities to maintain liability insurance for travelers and mandates public notification about the program's availability.
This bill designates October of each year as "Walk to School Month" in New Jersey to encourage families to walk or bike to school. The resolution requests the Governor to issue an annual proclamation calling on public officials, organizations, and citizens to observe the month with events and activities promoting active transportation. The bill does not change laws or require specific actions but serves as a symbolic designation to raise awareness about the health, environmental, and community benefits of walking or biking to school.
This bill proposes a constitutional amendment to dedicate specific tax revenues to New Jersey's state transportation system, directly affecting how state funds are allocated for roads, bridges, and related infrastructure. The amendment would require certain amounts from motor fuel taxes, petroleum product taxes, and sales taxes to be credited to a special account in the General Fund, with minimum dollar amounts specified for various fiscal years. Additionally, any revenue from future taxes on electric vehicles would be added to this dedicated fund, which can only be used for planning, construction, repair, and rehabilitation of the state's transportation system. The bill would also prohibit the Legislature from borrowing, appropriating, or using these dedicated funds for any purpose other than transportation improvements. This change would require voter approval at a general election to become part of the state constitution.
This bill requires Access Link paratransit vehicle operators in New Jersey to announce every scheduled stop along their routes, either verbally or through a recording system. It directly affects drivers and staff who operate Access Link vehicles, a paratransit service provided by New Jersey Transit Corporation for individuals with disabilities. The legislation adds a new requirement that currently applies only to fixed-route transportation services, ensuring passengers on paratransit routes receive the same stop announcements as those on regular bus routes. The law will take effect on the first day of the second month following its enactment.
This bill requires public utilities and cable television companies to move or remove their facilities when the Department of Transportation needs to build, repair, or maintain transportation infrastructure projects. The Department of Transportation will direct these companies to relocate equipment such as pipes, cables, and towers, and the state will cover the costs of moving and reinstalling these facilities. However, companies may be responsible for paying for pre-engineering, field testing, and design costs if delays occur due to their own actions. The bill also establishes that the state can audit reimbursement records within three years of project completion to ensure only allowable costs are covered. This legislation applies to all public utilities and cable providers operating within New Jersey's transportation infrastructure projects.
This bill requires the New Jersey Turnpike Authority and South Jersey Transportation Authority to create a toll exemption program for disabled veterans using the E-ZPass electronic toll collection system. To qualify, a disabled veteran must first obtain a special "Disabled Vet" license plate issued by the state, after which the toll authorities must automatically approve their application for toll waivers on vehicles registered in New Jersey. The exemption applies specifically to tolls collected through the electronic tolling system for vehicles owned or leased by disabled veterans who meet the license plate requirements.
This bill introduces an alternative compliance method for developers in New Jersey who must install electric vehicle charging infrastructure, allowing them to meet requirements based on total charging capacity rather than the number of equipped parking spaces. It directly affects developers, building owners, and parking facility operators subject to existing state laws requiring EV charging installations. The legislation defines key terms like "charging capacity" and "Make-Ready" parking, and authorizes the Site Improvement Advisory Board to create statewide standards that set minimum capacity requirements based on parking numbers and facility type. Developers can choose between the current number-based requirement or the new capacity-based option, with regulations to be established within 12 months of the bill's effective date.
This bill establishes state funding for transportation services for preschool students in New Jersey. It amends existing education laws to require the state to calculate and report the average cost of providing transportation to preschoolers, which will be used to determine aid amounts for school districts. The funding formula adjusts transportation aid based on factors like student counts, distance traveled, and special needs, while also including preschool students who qualify for full-day preschool programs. School districts receiving this aid will see financial support specifically allocated to cover the costs of transporting preschool-aged children to and from school.
This bill requires New Jersey Transit to install safety features like barriers and lighting at bus stops located in high-traffic areas to protect passengers from traffic-related injuries. The law applies to both new shelters being built and existing shelters, with the latter requiring safety upgrades only if a local municipality or entity requests them. NJT will determine which locations qualify as high-traffic areas based on factors such as traffic volume, collision history, and proximity to schools and senior housing. The implementation of these safety measures is subject to the availability of appropriated funds, and the bill takes effect seven months after enactment.
This bill requires boat owners in New Jersey to receive information about different types of US Coast Guard-approved personal flotation devices when applying for a vessel number. The key provisions mandate that the state's motor vehicle commission include details on when each type of life jacket is required versus recommended, and that applicants acknowledge receipt of this information. Additionally, the bill establishes standards for approved boat safety courses, which must include instruction on personal flotation devices and require a written exam to be completed by an instructor. These changes directly affect boat owners, safety course providers, and the state agencies responsible for vessel registration and safety education.
