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NJ S2530
Bill
Status
1/13/2026
Primary Sponsor
Declan O'Scanlon
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AI Summary
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Requires the Division of Fire Safety to develop a training course for firefighters on electric vehicle fire risks and safe management, in consultation with the NJ Fire and Emergency Medical Services Institute.
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Mandates the Commissioner of Health to create a separate training course for emergency medical technicians on electric vehicle fire response, developed with input from multiple agencies including the NJ State First Aid Council.
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All current firefighters and EMTs (volunteer and paid) must complete the required training within 36 months of the law's effective date.
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New EMTs must complete the electric vehicle training before receiving certification from the Department of Health.
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Takes effect on the first day of the sixth month following enactment, with agencies authorized to begin administrative preparations immediately.
Legislative Description
Requires emergency medical technicians and firefighters to receive training concerning electric vehicle fires.
Law and Public Safety
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Law and Public Safety Committee
1/13/2026