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NJ A3288
Bill
Status
1/13/2026
Primary Sponsor
William Sampson
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AI Summary
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Prohibits transportation network companies (like Uber and Lyft) from engaging in surge pricing during declared states of emergency in affected areas
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Defines surge pricing as any fare increase exceeding two times the usual fare rate, including use of rate multipliers
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Applies to emergencies declared by either the President of the United States or the Governor of New Jersey
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Establishes civil penalties of up to $10,000 for first offense and up to $20,000 for second and subsequent offenses
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Amends P.L.2017, c.26 (New Jersey's transportation network company regulations) and takes effect immediately upon enactment
Legislative Description
Prohibits transportation network companies from engaging in surge pricing during state of emergency.
Consumer Affairs
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Consumer Affairs Committee
1/13/2026