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NJ S312

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

1/13/2026

Primary Sponsor

Nilsa Cruz-Perez

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Origin

Senate

2026-2027 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Requires scrap metal businesses in New Jersey to conduct quarterly audits of records and ensure prohibited items are not on premises
  • Mandates employment or contracting of individuals trained in fire suppression at each scrap metal facility
  • Requires installation and maintenance of remotely operated on-site fire suppression systems
  • Takes effect six months after enactment, with a 60-month (five-year) compliance window for installing fire suppression systems
  • Authorizes the Commissioner of Environmental Protection to take anticipatory administrative actions for implementation

Legislative Description

Establishes safety measures for scrap metal businesses.

Commerce

Last Action

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Commerce Committee

1/13/2026

Committee Referrals

Commerce1/13/2026

Full Bill Text

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