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NJ S1549

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/13/2026

Primary Sponsor

Carmen Amato

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Origin

Senate

2026-2027 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Establishes a voluntary program allowing individuals diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder to report their diagnosis to the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission and identify vehicles they regularly operate

  • Permits autism spectrum disorder notation on driver's licenses, learner's permits, and non-driver identification cards at the holder's request

  • Restricts access to submitted medical information to designated MVC employees and law enforcement officers during traffic stops or other law enforcement actions

  • Exempts all autism-related information from public records disclosure under the Open Public Records Act and common law

  • Takes effect on the first day of the seventh month following enactment

Legislative Description

Allows persons diagnosed with autism to voluntarily enter medical information in MVC database and make notation on driver's licenses, permits, and non-driver identification cards.

Transportation

Last Action

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Transportation Committee

1/13/2026

Committee Referrals

Transportation1/13/2026

Full Bill Text

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