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NJ S3448
Bill
Status
2/9/2026
Primary Sponsor
James Beach
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AI Summary
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Expands New Jersey's definition of "person with a disability" for handicapped parking purposes to include individuals diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
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Requires PTSD diagnosis certification from a licensed psychiatrist or psychologist in New Jersey or a bordering state, or from a psychiatrist or psychologist stationed at a military or naval installation in the state
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Authorizes both permanent handicapped parking placards (valid for 36 months) and temporary placards (up to 6 months, renewable once) for qualified PTSD patients
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Permanent placards are issued at no cost by the Motor Vehicle Commission; temporary placards cost $4.00 and are issued by local police chiefs
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Takes effect on the first day of the seventh month following enactment
Legislative Description
Permits qualified person with post-traumatic stress disorder to obtain handicapped parking placard.
Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens Committee
2/9/2026