NJ S3494

New motor vehicles sold or leased in New Jersey must be equipped with AM radio capability, with the requirement taking effect one year after enactment

Violations constitute unlawful practice under consumer fraud law, punishable by up to $10,000 for first offense and $20,000 for subsequent offenses

Approximately 47 million Americans use AM radio for real-time emergency and public safety information from federal and state agencies

AM radio serves as critical emergency communication infrastructure due to long-distance transmission capability and backup power systems that function when other methods fail

The Division of Consumer Affairs is authorized to promulgate rules and regulations to implement the requirement