NJ A3948

Prohibits combustion of substances emitting 25+ kilograms of carbon dioxide per million BTUs in new buildings under seven stories starting 12 months after enactment, and in all new buildings regardless of height starting 36 months after enactment.

Exempts emergency backup/standby power systems, emergency management facilities, and commercial food establishments from the combustion prohibition, though exempted areas must be "all-electric ready" where feasible.

Certificates of occupancy cannot be issued for new buildings that do not comply with the combustion prohibitions after their respective effective dates.

Preserves municipal authority to adopt more restrictive standards or prohibit fossil fuel infrastructure beyond state requirements.

Requires the Commissioner of Community Affairs and BPU President to submit a joint report within 12 months on necessary changes to electric rate designs, subsidy programs, and policies to support implementation.