Transportation in New Jersey

in committee · New Jersey · General Assembly Mar 9, 2026

A 4510: Requires DOT to consult Department of Agriculture and County Agriculture Development Boards when developing transportation capital project list.

This bill (A4510) requires New Jersey's Department of Transportation (DOT) to consult with the Department of Agriculture and local County Agriculture Development Boards when creating the state's annual list of transportation infrastructure projects. Specifically, DOT must develop a method to include agricultural transportation needs identified through these consultations into its standard infrastructure evaluation tools. This applies directly to DOT planning processes for highway and road projects, ensuring farm-related transportation needs are formally considered alongside other infrastructure priorities. The bill does not create new funding but changes how DOT evaluates projects to better address agricultural community needs.

Topics ✓ Transportation

Sub-Topics Roads & Highways

in committee · New Jersey · Senate Feb 5, 2026

S 3307: Authorizes certain emergency coordinators to operate emergency lights on vehicles.

This bill expands who can legally use emergency warning lights on personal vehicles by adding county fire and emergency medical services coordinators (and their deputies) to the list of eligible users. It requires these coordinators to obtain a state-issued identification card from their county or municipal government, which serves as a permit for mounting and operating the lights. The card must be carried while the lights are in use, and these users must follow all traffic laws, with other drivers required to yield as they would for emergency vehicles. The law clarifies that this authorization applies only to official duties and does not grant exemptions from traffic laws.

Topics ✓ Transportation

Tags Public Safety

in committee · New Jersey · Senate Feb 24, 2026

S 3640: Prohibits charging service fees for NJ EZ-Pass account holders.

This bill prohibits the New Jersey Turnpike Authority and South Jersey Transportation Authority (or their contracted administrators) from charging "service fees" to E-ZPass account holders. A "service fee" is defined as any extra charge added to a monthly bill solely for enrolling in the E-ZPass system, not for actual toll usage. The law directly affects all E-ZPass account holders in New Jersey by eliminating this specific fee from their billing statements. It takes effect immediately upon enactment.

Topics ✓ Transportation

in committee · New Jersey · General Assembly Jan 13, 2026

A 2341: Requires DOT to compensate local government entities for contractual delay damages resulting from shutdown of transportation projects funded by Transportation Trust Fund; authorizes local government entities to use certain funds for transportation projects.

This bill requires New Jersey's Department of Transportation (DOT) to pay local governments (like cities, counties, or townships) for financial losses caused by delays in transportation projects due to the 2016 shutdown of Transportation Trust Fund projects (Executive Order No. 210). It also allows local governments to use their own funds to continue or finish projects halted by that shutdown, without DOT or other agencies withholding their regular transportation funding. The law applies to projects funded through DOT's local aid programs, including both current and future projects. The bill aims to resolve financial impacts from the 2016 shutdown while giving local entities flexibility to keep projects moving.

Topics ✓ Transportation

Sub-Topics Transportation Funding

in committee · New Jersey · General Assembly Jan 13, 2026

A 3288: Prohibits transportation network companies from engaging in surge pricing during state of emergency.

This bill prohibits transportation network companies (like Uber or Lyft) from using surge pricing during declared states of emergency, such as natural disasters. It bans any fare increase exceeding twice the normal rate for rides during these emergencies. The law applies to all prearranged rides booked through digital platforms and requires companies to disclose standard fares to riders beforehand. This directly protects riders from price spikes when they need transportation most during crises.

Topics ✓ Transportation

in committee · New Jersey · General Assembly Mar 9, 2026

A 2753: Requires Department of Agriculture to publish information on highway safety for motorists passing farm equipment on public highways; includes safely sharing roadway with farm equipment in driver education courses and certain informational brochures.

This bill requires New Jersey's Department of Agriculture to publish online safety information for motorists about sharing roads with farm equipment, including a video on passing risks. It mandates that driver education courses include instruction on safely sharing roads with farm equipment, defined as tractors, machinery, or equipment used in farming. The department must also emphasize this safety topic during National Farm Safety and Health Week each September. Additionally, the bill requires a report within 18 months assessing safety risks and potential solutions like signage or penalties for unsafe passing. The policy directly affects drivers, farm operators, and new drivers through updated education materials.

Topics ✓ Transportation

Sub-Topics Roads & Highways Tags Agriculture

in committee · New Jersey · Senate Feb 2, 2026

S 3266: Requires NJT to provide Wi-Fi service on passenger trains.

This bill requires New Jersey Transit (NJT) to provide free Wi-Fi service on all passenger trains it owns or operates, within six months of the law taking effect. It directly affects NJT passengers by adding onboard connectivity during commutes, building on existing Wi-Fi hotspots at select stations. The key provision mandates that all rail passenger vehicles must include this service, with the law taking immediate effect. This is a concrete infrastructure upgrade for commuters, not a broader policy change.

Topics ✓ Technology ✓ Transportation

Sub-Topics Rail

in committee · New Jersey · Senate Feb 24, 2026

S 3674: "Road to Tax Relief Act"; provides credit for sales tax remittances for businesses impacted by public highway projects, including Interstate 80 project; provides tax credits for certain businesses and persons impacted by same projects; makes appropriation.

This bill provides tax relief to small businesses (defined as having ≤50 full-time employees) located within areas impacted by public highway construction projects, such as the Interstate 80 project. It creates two refundable tax credits: one for sales tax remittances collected during the project (Section 1), and another for revenue losses due to restricted access (Section 2). Businesses must apply for approval from the Director of Taxation, providing documentation to verify their location within the "impacted construction zone" (defined as areas where traffic flow is blocked). Relief applies only during the project's active period, ending when the project concludes.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Transportation

Sub-Topics Appropriations Business Taxes Sales Tax Roads & Highways

in committee · New Jersey · Senate Feb 5, 2026

S 3317: Requires MVC to safeguard automatic voter registration process.

The bill title contains an error; the actual bill (S 3317) requires the New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) to maintain specific roadways surrounding the State Capitol complex in Trenton, not voter registration. It mandates NJDOT to handle road paving and snow plowing on four designated street segments: West State Street (Calhoun to South Warren), West Lafayette Street (Barrack to South Warren), Barrack Street (West State to Memorial Drive), and Memorial Drive. NJDOT may consult or contract with other agencies (state, county, or municipal) responsible for adjacent roadway sections to fulfill this requirement. The bill takes effect immediately upon enactment.

Topics ✓ Transportation

Sub-Topics Roads & Highways Vehicle Registration

in committee · New Jersey · General Assembly Feb 19, 2026

A 4158: Prohibits use of license plate flipping device; increases penalty for displaying fictitious registration plate number in certain circumstances.

This bill (A4158) bans the use of "license plate flipping devices" (tools that allow drivers to quickly switch between two license plates) and increases penalties for drivers who display fake or fictitious registration numbers. It directly affects drivers who attempt to evade traffic violations by using these devices or falsifying plate numbers. The key provision amends New Jersey law to specifically prohibit the flipping devices and raise fines for fake plate displays in certain situations. The bill focuses on enhancing traffic safety enforcement by closing a loophole used to avoid citations.

Topics ✓ Transportation

Sub-Topics Traffic Safety Vehicle Registration

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