Transportation in New Jersey

in committee · New Jersey · Senate Jan 13, 2026

S 2102: Requires motorcycle passengers to be 10 years of age or older.

This bill (S 2102) amends New Jersey law to require that all motorcycle passengers be at least 10 years old. It directly affects motorcycle operators and riders under 10 who would otherwise be permitted to ride as passengers. The key provision updates existing law to explicitly state that a passenger must be 10 years or older, with violations subject to fines of $50-$100. The bill does not change helmet or seating requirements but adds this age restriction to passenger safety rules.

Topics ✓ Transportation

in committee · New Jersey · Senate Jan 13, 2026

S 1313: Requires DEP to provide public access for boats to certain State-owned lakes; appropriates $1 million.

This bill requires New Jersey's Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) to provide public boat access to State-owned lakes where boating (with or without motors) is permitted, within two years of enactment. The DEP must either construct access points or partner with private marinas through public bidding. The bill appropriates $1 million from the General Fund to cover these costs and mandates that if access cannot be provided, the DEP must report the reasons and required funding to the Governor and Legislature. This directly affects public boaters seeking access to State lakes and requires the DEP to use state funds for implementation.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Transportation

Sub-Topics State Budget

in committee · New Jersey · Senate Jan 13, 2026

S 444: Provides corporation business tax credits and gross income tax credits for purchase of certain hydrogen fuel cell vehicles.

This bill provides tax credits to businesses that purchase hydrogen fuel cell vehicles for use in their operations. Specifically, it allows a 25% credit (up to $15,000) for 2023 purchases, decreasing to 15% ($9,000) in 2024 and 8% ($5,000) in 2025. To qualify, businesses must obtain certification from the Environmental Protection Commissioner confirming the vehicle meets the definition of a hydrogen fuel cell vehicle (powered by hydrogen cells converting chemical energy to electricity). The credits apply against corporation business tax and gross income tax, with limits preventing credits from exceeding 50% of tax liability. The bill is currently pending in the Senate Environment and Energy Committee.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Energy ✓ Environment ✓ Transportation

Sub-Topics Business Taxes Income Tax Electric Vehicles Electric Vehicles

in committee · New Jersey · Senate Jan 13, 2026

S 2747: Extends existing plug-in electric vehicle incentives to hydrogen fuel cell vehicles.

This bill extends New Jersey's existing financial incentives for purchasing or leasing new plug-in electric vehicles to include hydrogen fuel cell vehicles. It amends the current incentive program (under P.L.2019, c.362) to define "eligible vehicle" as new hydrogen fuel cell vehicles meeting specific criteria, such as being registered in New Jersey and having an MSRP below $55,000. The change directly affects consumers who buy qualifying hydrogen fuel cell vehicles, making them eligible for the same state incentives previously available only for plug-in electric vehicles. The bill does not alter existing program requirements like the MSRP cap or registration rules, but expands the vehicle types covered under the incentive framework.

Topics ✓ Energy ✓ Environment ✓ Transportation

Sub-Topics Electric Vehicles Electric Vehicles

in committee · New Jersey · Senate Jan 13, 2026

S 2898: Upgrades simple assault to aggravated assault if committed against crossing guard or parking enforcement officer.

This bill amends New Jersey's assault statute to upgrade simple assault against crossing guards or parking enforcement officers to aggravated assault when the offense occurs during their official duties. It specifically adds these workers to the list of protected individuals under the aggravated assault definition (N.J.S.2C:12-1(5)(l)), meaning assaults against them will now be treated as more serious crimes. The change applies only when the officer is in uniform or clearly identifiable as performing their duties. This policy shift increases penalties for harming these public safety workers without altering other aspects of the law.

Topics ✗ Criminal Justice ✓ Labor & Employment ✓ Transportation

Sub-Topics Violent Crime

in committee · New Jersey · Senate Jan 13, 2026

S 115: Establishes three-year nonpublic school pupil transportation pilot program in Ocean County to provide funding to county consortium of nonpublic schools that will assume responsibility for mandated nonpublic school busing.

S 115 creates a three-year pilot program in Ocean County to transfer responsibility for nonpublic school student transportation from school districts to a local consortium of nonpublic schools. The program provides funding directly to this consortium (at $1,000 per student) to cover required transportation for pupils attending participating nonpublic schools, replacing the school districts' obligation under existing law. If transportation costs exceed the $1,000 amount, parents receive the difference directly from the consortium. School districts in Ocean County may no longer offer "courtesy busing" to students in the consortium, and any unspent funds must be refunded to the state. This applies only to Ocean County nonpublic schools currently requiring district-provided transportation.

Topics ✓ Education ✓ Transportation

Sub-Topics School Transportation

in committee · New Jersey · Senate Jan 13, 2026

S 2758: Provides supplemental transportation aid to certain districts participating in interdistrict public school choice program.

This bill (S 2758) requires certain choice districts in New Jersey (specifically those in second-class cities under court-ordered desegregation efforts) to provide transportation for public school choice students living more than 2 miles from elementary schools or 2.5 miles from secondary schools. It mandates that sending districts (the districts students come from) receive state transportation aid for these students, which they must then pay directly to the choice district. If the choice district’s actual transportation costs exceed the state aid received, it may qualify for supplemental state reimbursement - provided it uses cost-efficient routes (like centralized pickups) and reports annual cost differences to the Department of Education. The bill aims to cover transportation expenses for students in interdistrict school choice programs without shifting costs to participating districts.

Topics ✓ Education ✓ Transportation

Sub-Topics School Choice School Transportation

in committee · New Jersey · Senate Jan 13, 2026

S 1579: Provides supplemental appropriation to ensure certain school districts receive additional amounts of special education categorical, security categorical, and transportation aids.

S 1579 provides supplemental state funding to eligible New Jersey school districts for the 2024-2025 school year. It ensures districts receive additional special education, security, and transportation aid if their current allocations fall below amounts calculated under the 2008 School Funding Reform Act. To qualify, districts must have faced two consecutive years of state aid reductions (2023-2024 and 2024-2025) and be spending below adequacy. The bill supplements existing state aid without altering the overall funding formula, aiming to prevent budget cuts for qualifying districts.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Education ✓ Transportation

Sub-Topics Appropriations School Funding Special Education

in committee · New Jersey · Senate Jan 13, 2026

S 2693: Requires certain motor vehicles to install rear-seat detection systems.

New Jersey's S 2693 requires all new passenger cars manufactured in the state to include rear-seat detection systems. These systems must automatically detect unattended children or pets in the back seat after the engine turns off and trigger audible, visual, and physical alerts to the driver. The law prohibits disabling or overriding the system and allows for optional emergency alert features. It applies only to vehicles made after the law takes effect (two years post-enactment), not older models.

Topics ✓ Transportation

in committee · New Jersey · Senate Feb 9, 2026

S 3007: Provides for licensure of emergency medical responders and emergency medical technicians and certification of mobility assistance vehicle operators; revises requirements for delivery of emergency medical and patient transportation services.

This bill establishes new licensing requirements for emergency medical responders (EMRs) and emergency medical technicians (EMTs), and creates certification standards for mobility assistance vehicle operators. It directly affects EMS professionals, ambulance services, and providers of non-emergency medical transportation for individuals with disabilities. Key provisions include setting minimum staffing rules for different transport units (like mobile intensive care units and basic life support vehicles), requiring all crew members to hold valid licenses or certifications, and defining specific roles like "mobility assistance vehicle operator." The bill also clarifies that non-emergency transport providers must be licensed to serve patients who need medical transportation but do not require ambulance-level care.

Topics ✓ Healthcare ✓ Transportation

Sub-Topics Medical Licensing Tags Public Safety

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