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NJ S2834

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/13/2026

Primary Sponsor

Angela Mcknight

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Origin

Senate

2026-2027 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Requires the New Jersey Board of Elevator Safety to grant licenses without examination to applicants licensed in other states if those states have comparable standards or a U.S. Department of Labor-registered apprenticeship program, eliminating the previous requirement for reciprocal treatment of NJ mechanics

  • Expands acceptable credentials for exam-free licensure to include the NAEC Certified Elevator Technician Program, the Local 3 IBEW EE division training program, and equivalent apprenticeship programs registered with NJ or federal labor departments

  • Creates a limited license category for individuals who completed the Local 3 IBEW EE division training program, prohibiting them from engaging in elevator, escalator, or moving walkway construction work in New Jersey

  • Requires all license holders, including those obtaining licenses through reciprocity or the new pathways, to complete continuing education requirements established by the board for license renewal

Legislative Description

Revises licensing requirements and out-of-State reciprocity for elevator, escalator, and moving walkway mechanic's licenses.

2nd Reading in the Senate

Last Action

Reported from Senate Committee with Amendments, 2nd Reading

2/12/2026

Committee Referrals

Commerce1/13/2026

Full Bill Text

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