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NJ A4168

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/19/2026

Primary Sponsor

Christopher Tully

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Origin

General Assembly

2026-2027 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Requires underground storage tank facility owners to designate on registration certificates the individual or entity responsible for maintenance compliance and corrective actions

  • Mandates responsible parties take corrective action within 14 days when violations threaten groundwater resources or public health and safety

  • Imposes treble damages liability on designated responsible parties who fail to remedy non-minor violations within the 14-day compliance period

  • Directs the Commissioner of Environmental Protection to adopt implementing rules and regulations within 12 months of enactment

  • Shifts cost liability for tank removal, replacement, or leak mitigation from owners to the designated responsible party identified on the registration certificate

Legislative Description

Clarifies procedures for maintenance of underground storage tanks.

Environment and Solid Waste

Last Action

Introduced, Referred to Assembly Environment and Solid Waste Committee

2/19/2026

Committee Referrals

Environment and Solid Waste2/19/2026

Full Bill Text

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