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NJ S3673
Bill
Status
9/30/2024
Primary Sponsor
Patrick Diegnan
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AI Summary
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Allows individuals diagnosed with traumatic or acquired brain injuries to voluntarily indicate this on their driver's license or non-driver identification card through a restriction code
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Establishes an automated statewide registry maintained by the Motor Vehicle Commission where individuals with brain injuries can voluntarily register their vehicle information, emergency contacts, and other relevant details accessible to law enforcement
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Registry information is strictly confidential, not considered a public government record, and can only be accessed by designated MVC employees and law enforcement officers during traffic stops or law enforcement actions
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Requires the State Police Superintendent, in consultation with MVC and the Commissioner of Human Services, to develop a training program for law enforcement on identifying and communicating with individuals with brain injuries, including de-escalation methods
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Sections 1 and 2 take effect 7 months after enactment; Section 3 (law enforcement training) takes effect 13 months after enactment
Legislative Description
Permits person with certain brain injuries to voluntarily make notation on driver's license, identification card, and in MVC registry; establishes program to train law enforcement officers in interactions with persons with certain brain injuries.
Budget and Appropriations
Last Action
Referred to Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee
12/5/2024