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NJ A2607

Bill

Status

Passed

10/4/2024

Primary Sponsor

Robert Karabinchak

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Origin

General Assembly

2024-2025 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Taxicabs, limousines, and transportation network companies (like Uber and Lyft) are authorized to provide paratransit services in New Jersey for a two-year pilot period beginning four months after enactment

  • Paratransit services covered include ADA-compliant transportation provided by NJ Transit, workforce development transportation, senior/disabled resident transportation assistance, and Medicaid non-emergency medical transportation

  • Each paratransit provider using taxicabs, limousines, or TNCs must submit a report to the Department of Transportation within 60 days after the pilot period ends, detailing ride numbers, safety violations, and accident information

  • The Department of Transportation must prepare a report within 90 days after the pilot period evaluating the program's efficacy, including a recommendation on whether to make the arrangement permanent

  • The law was approved October 4, 2024 and is designated as Chapter 82

Legislative Description

Authorizes taxicabs, limousines, and transportation network companies to provide paratransit services for two-year period.

Bills and Joint Resolutions Signed by the Governor

Last Action

Approved P.L.2024, c.82.

10/4/2024

Committee Referrals

Budget and Appropriations5/6/2024
Transportation and Independent Authorities1/9/2024

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