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NJ S3649
Bill
Status
2/24/2026
Primary Sponsor
Linda Greenstein
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AI Summary
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Requires places of employment and public accommodations with multiple-user restrooms to post signs on at least one accessible toilet compartment reserving it for exclusive use by persons with disabilities, provided other compartments are available
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Single-user accessible restrooms must display similar signage if the facility has at least two other public restrooms available for general use
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New construction permit applications cannot be approved unless they include required signage placement; existing buildings undergoing alterations must also demonstrate compliance
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Enforcing agencies may inspect existing buildings, with owners given 30 days to correct violations before facing civil penalties of $150 for first offense and $300 for subsequent violations at the same building
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Commissioner of Community Affairs must adopt implementing regulations in consultation with the Commissioner of Human Services, with the law taking effect six months after enactment
Legislative Description
Requires certain accessible public restroom facilities be equipped with signs reserving use for persons with disabilities.
Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens Committee
2/24/2026