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NJ S1584

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/13/2026

Primary Sponsor

Carmen Amato

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Origin

Senate

2026-2027 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Permits persons with disabilities to have a parent or guardian present in the vehicle during the required road test for a driver's license

  • Allows persons with disabilities who are 16 years old to obtain a passenger automobile examination permit, whereas the standard age requirement is 17

  • Defines "person with a disability" as someone with a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more major life activities, as determined by the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission

  • Extends examination permit validity for persons with disabilities seeking motorcycle or commercial motor vehicle licenses to nine months (or until road test completion), compared to standard permit periods

Legislative Description

Changes certain driver testing and education requirements for persons with disabilities.

Budget and Appropriations

Last Action

Referred to Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee

3/2/2026

Committee Referrals

Budget and Appropriations3/2/2026
Transportation1/13/2026

Full Bill Text

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