Bill A-675 prohibits New Jersey Transit (NJT) from making major rail yard modifications - such as adding tracks, building fuel tanks, or upgrading facilities - near environmentally sensitive areas. It specifically applies to rail yards located within coastal zones, within 1,000 feet of wetlands or tidal water bodies, or where water flows into the Barnegat Bay Estuary. NJT must obtain the Governor’s written authorization after consulting the Department of Environmental Protection and the EPA before proceeding with such changes. This law aims to protect ecological areas by requiring environmental review and approvals before rail yard alterations.
This resolution urges the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to stop using current transportation providers for disabled veterans traveling to New Jersey’s two VA medical centers (in East Orange and Lyons) and instead fund existing county paratransit services or nonprofit organizations like ARC of New Jersey. It directly affects approximately 53,000 disabled veterans in New Jersey who face inadequate transportation, including reports of veterans being stranded for hours or overnight. The key mechanism is redirecting VA funds to expand existing high-quality paratransit networks - already serving seniors and disabled residents - to cover VA medical appointments, rather than relying on underfunded or inconsistent VA-provided services. The resolution has no legal force but requests the VA reconsider its transportation partnerships.
This bill prohibits school buses from driving in the left lane of roadways with two or more lanes traveling in the same direction, except under three specific circumstances: preparing for a left turn (up to one mile), entering/exiting the roadway (up to one mile), or responding to safety emergencies like accidents, poor visibility, or snow. It directly affects school bus operators and drivers who must follow this lane restriction. Violations carry a fine of $100-$300 plus a $50 surcharge. The law amends New Jersey’s traffic code to enhance safety by keeping school buses out of faster-moving left lanes unless necessary for turns or emergencies.
S 3552, the "County Self-Help Infrastructure Act," would allow New Jersey counties to propose a fee to fund infrastructure projects like roads, bridges, and water systems, but only after voters approve it in a referendum. Counties must hold a vote requiring over 50% approval, with the referendum clearly stating the fee amount, duration, and specific projects. The collected funds would be used exclusively for infrastructure construction within the county, managed by the county governing body. This bill aims to give counties a new tool to address infrastructure needs when state funding is insufficient.
This bill (A 3269) requires NJ Transit to survey security measures at all its rail stations, identify deficiencies, and submit a confidential report to the Governor and Legislature within 12 months. NJ Transit must then implement enhanced security screening where appropriate and submit annual updates on security improvements every five years (starting 24 months after the bill's effective date), with all reports remaining confidential. The bill directly affects NJ Transit’s operational procedures and commuter safety at rail stations across New Jersey. It mandates concrete security assessments and reporting without specifying new funding or enforcement mechanisms.
This bill allows drivers with standard non-commercial licenses (after specific training) to operate small school buses called "Type S" without needing a commercial driver's license or school bus endorsement. It directly affects school districts, transportation contractors, and drivers who currently transport students in these smaller vehicles. The key mechanism requires employers to provide safety training on student interactions and special needs before drivers operate Type S buses. The bill updates existing laws to include Type S bus drivers in safety and conduct regulations, while maintaining that probationary drivers or those with suspended licenses cannot operate them.
This bill requires school buses transporting students with special needs to install three safety features: interior video cameras to monitor student safety, real-time GPS tracking for location and speed, and two-way communication equipment. It specifies that video footage and GPS data collected under this law are not considered government records, and the State Board of Education must create rules for equipment installation, data use, and video retention periods. The law directly affects school bus operators and students with special needs, aiming to enhance safety and communication during transportation. It also mandates that drivers follow existing laws prohibiting phone use while driving. The bill takes effect six months after enactment, with administrative actions allowed in advance for implementation.
This bill directs New Jersey's Motor Vehicle Commission to negotiate a reciprocity agreement with Ireland. It would allow drivers with valid New Jersey licenses to get an Irish license without tests (meeting agreement requirements), and Irish license holders to get a New Jersey license without tests (meeting agreement requirements). The agreement would eliminate the need for driving knowledge or skills tests for both groups, though specific requirements would be set in the agreement itself. This is a procedural bill focused on facilitating license recognition between jurisdictions.
This bill (A 2060) amends New Jersey law to explicitly include the Palisades Interstate Park Commission as an eligible recipient for funding through the New Jersey Transportation Infrastructure Financing Program. It updates the definition of "local government unit" to specifically list the Commission under categories covering transportation and park-related infrastructure projects. This change allows the Commission - which manages parks and recreational areas along the Hudson River - to access state infrastructure bank funds for projects like road maintenance, visitor facilities, or environmental improvements within its jurisdiction. The bill does not create new funding but expands existing program eligibility. (Bill A 2060, introduced January 13, 2026)
This bill requires the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission (MVC) to create a public campaign about low-speed electric bicycles, scooters, motorized bicycles, and scooters. It establishes a 15-mile-per-hour speed limit for all these vehicles on public roads and mandates that operators obtain a special license after passing a knowledge and skills test. The law also requires manufacturers to label vehicles with speed and motor details, prohibits modifications that increase speed, and clarifies where these vehicles may operate (e.g., banning them on highways with speed limits over 50 mph). It directly affects riders, municipalities, and manufacturers of these vehicles by setting operational rules and safety requirements.
