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 amends the South Jersey Transportation Authority Act to formally include Burlington County as a represented county within the authority's jurisdiction. The legislation expands the authority's scope to cover Atlantic, Burlington, Camden, Cape May, Cumberland, Gloucester, and Salem counties, ensuring Burlington County has a voice in regional transportation planning and decision-making. The bill defines the authority's powers to manage expressways, aviation facilities, and related economic development projects across the designated region. It clarifies that the authority's activities complement but do not replace existing state transportation funding and public transit services.
This bill requires New Jersey to reduce the number of parking spaces needed for new residential developments based on how close they are to public transportation. Developments located within a quarter-mile of transit services would need 50% fewer parking spots, while those between a quarter-mile and half-mile would need 30% fewer, and those between half-mile and one mile would need 20% fewer. The changes apply to on- and off-street parking and specifically target areas near rail, bus routes, or ferry terminals. The Commissioner of Community Affairs must update the state's building standards to reflect these new requirements.
This bill requires all school bus drivers in New Jersey - employed by public school districts, private schools, or parochial schools - to undergo unannounced drug and alcohol testing twice each school year. It mandates testing for alcohol, narcotics, and habit-producing drugs under state law, with results reported to the employer (school board or contractor). Drivers who test positive, refuse testing, or are disqualified by the Commissioner of Education lose immediate eligibility to operate school buses, though they can challenge test results through a formal appeal process. The law applies to all drivers transporting students and requires employers to verify testing compliance annually with county superintendents.
This bill requires school bus drivers, aides, and other personnel transporting students with disabilities to complete specialized training. The training covers behavior management, communication, adaptive equipment use, recognizing life-threatening emergencies (as defined in the bill), and safety procedures. Employers (school districts or contractors) must provide this training annually and require staff to certify completion within five business days. The bill does not mandate 911 calls or specific bus safety features, but focuses on personnel preparedness through training and certification. It is pending before the Assembly Education Committee.
This bill allows New Jersey municipalities to use school bus video footage to enforce laws against drivers illegally passing stopped school buses. It requires law enforcement to review footage within 90 days to issue fines ($100 for first offense, $250 for repeat offenses) when violations are confirmed, with footage purged after 60 days or 3 days if no ticket is issued. The bill clarifies that vehicle owners and operators are jointly liable for fines unless the owner proves unauthorized use, with special rules for leased vehicles. It also prohibits adding points to driver's licenses for these violations and restricts footage use to enforcement purposes only, not public disclosure.
This bill requires owners or operators of public electric vehicle charging stations (located in places like parking garages, rest stops, or public transit facilities) to display the price per kilowatt-hour clearly at the point of use. The price must be visible, legible day and night, and updated in real-time or as soon as possible. It also mandates that any additional fees beyond the electricity cost must be itemized and displayed separately. Violations would result in civil penalties of up to $250 per day, enforceable through standard legal procedures. The bill takes effect 180 days after enactment.
This bill (A 2484) amends New Jersey law to allow jointure commissions (regional education entities) to provide school bus transportation services to local school districts without public bidding, specifically when the commission owns or leases the buses. It removes the current requirement for public bidding when a jointure commission serves districts that were not members as of January 1, 2004. The key change permits these commissions to offer transportation services directly, aligning them with other public entities like educational services commissions under existing rules. This affects jointure commissions and the school districts they serve, streamlining the process for bus-based transportation contracts.
This bill creates a system for New Jersey Transit (NJT) to use camera-equipped buses to enforce parking violations that block bus lanes, bus stops, or bicycle lanes. It authorizes NJT to issue citations based on recorded images of vehicles parked illegally in these zones (e.g., stopping in a dedicated bus lane or bicycle lane), after staff review. Key provisions require cameras to be visibly marked on buses, images to be stored securely for up to six months only if evidence of a violation exists, and strict rules against using facial recognition. The policy directly affects drivers who park illegally in these areas and gives them a limited process to contest citations (e.g., if the vehicle was a school bus or emergency vehicle).
New Jersey's A3405 requires the Department of Transportation to adopt a complete streets policy for all new and rebuilt highway and public transit projects, ensuring safe access for all users including people with disabilities. It specifically mandates that projects consider the needs of individuals diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder and those with intellectual or developmental disabilities to enable independent travel. The policy requires the DOT to develop universal design concepts and implementation guidance for these accessibility features in all planning, construction, and maintenance activities.
