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NJ A4765
Bill
Status
7/17/2025
Primary Sponsor
Lisa Swain
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AI Summary
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Requires driver's license examinations to test knowledge of safely sharing roadways with pedestrians, cyclists, skaters, and motorized-scooter riders, including responsibilities when approaching and passing them under P.L.2021, c.194 and penalties for non-compliance
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Mandates driver education curriculum guidelines include instruction on recognizing bicycle lanes, navigating intersections with pedestrians and cyclists, and exiting vehicles without endangering pedestrians and cyclists
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Requires the driver's manual to include information on drivers' responsibilities when sharing roadways with vulnerable road users, as well as safety procedures for pedestrians, cyclists, skaters, and non-motorized vehicle riders
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Updates informational brochures for parents and guardians of beginning drivers under 18 to include content on safely sharing roadways with non-motorized road users
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Takes effect 13 months following enactment (approved July 17, 2025) to allow the Motor Vehicle Commission time to implement changes to examinations, manuals, and educational materials
Legislative Description
Requires driver education and testing on responsibilities when approaching and passing pedestrians and persons operating bicycles and personal conveyances; requires driver's manual to include information on sharing roadway with motorists for certain road users.
Bills and Joint Resolutions Signed by the Governor
Last Action
Approved P.L.2025, c.103.
7/17/2025