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NJ S1855

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/9/2024

Primary Sponsor

Parker Space

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Origin

Senate

2024-2025 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Falsely pretending to be a transportation network company driver (such as Uber or Lyft) to obtain a benefit or defraud another person would be a fourth degree crime, punishable by up to 18 months imprisonment and/or a $10,000 fine

  • Displaying fake identifying markers or credentials while impersonating a rideshare driver elevates the offense to a third degree crime, carrying 3-5 years imprisonment and/or up to $15,000 fine

  • Legitimate transportation network company drivers who accept cash payments are explicitly exempt from prosecution under this bill

  • The bill preserves the ability to prosecute offenders for other crimes such as murder, manslaughter, or assault if the evidence supports additional charges

Legislative Description

Requires electric public utilities to establish toll-free telephone number to be used by public for reporting damaged equipment and dangerous vegetation.

Economic Growth

Last Action

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Economic Growth Committee

1/9/2024

Committee Referrals

Economic Growth1/9/2024

Full Bill Text

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