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NJ S192

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/13/2026

Primary Sponsor

Patrick Diegnan

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Origin

Senate

2026-2027 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Allows driver's license and non-driver ID holders diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder, communication disorders, or acquired brain injuries to voluntarily indicate their diagnosis on their license under the restrictions column, with the option to remove the designation at any time.

  • Directs the NJ Motor Vehicle Commission to create a statewide registry accessible to law enforcement containing vehicle registration information, emergency contacts, and other details to help officers communicate effectively with individuals who have these diagnoses.

  • Expands mandatory training for emergency medical technicians, firefighters, and police officers to include safety considerations and response techniques for interacting with individuals diagnosed with autism, intellectual disabilities, deafness, blindness, communication disorders, and acquired brain injuries.

  • Requires the Commissioner of Human Services and Attorney General to develop guidance for law enforcement on communicating with individuals who have these disabilities, with distribution to all police departments statewide.

  • Protects registry information from public records requests and limits access to designated MVC employees and law enforcement during motor vehicle stops, with disclosure only permitted via grand jury subpoena or court order in criminal matters.

Legislative Description

Establishes certain protections for drivers and holders of non-driver identification cards diagnosed with certain disabilities.

Budget and Appropriations

Last Action

Referred to Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee

2/5/2026

Committee Referrals

Budget and Appropriations2/5/2026
Transportation1/13/2026

Full Bill Text

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