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NJ S1362

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/9/2024

Primary Sponsor

Michael Testa

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Origin

Senate

2024-2025 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Allows the Department of Transportation, counties, or municipalities to designate "special event zones" around automotive or motor vehicle events that are locally approved or expect 25+ attendees

  • Authorizes reduced speed limits within special event zones and prohibits "exhibition driving," defined as excessive acceleration/deceleration, tire burnouts, swerving, loud engine noise, or transporting passengers on vehicle hoods/roofs

  • Imposes fines up to $1,000 for speeding, careless driving, or racing within a special event zone; exhibition driving or reckless driving carries fines up to $1,000 and/or up to 60 days imprisonment

  • Requires signage indicating the zone's effective period, any reduced speed limits, the prohibition on exhibition driving, and notice of increased penalties

  • Permits local governments to establish special event zones without prior approval from the Commissioner of Transportation

Legislative Description

Permits designation of special event zones for traffic regulation purposes during certain large events.

Transportation

Last Action

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Transportation Committee

1/9/2024

Committee Referrals

Transportation1/9/2024

Full Bill Text

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