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NJ S3655

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/24/2026

Primary Sponsor

Nicholas Scutari

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Origin

Senate

2026-2027 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Requires a construction permit for application, enclosure, repair, removal, or encapsulation of asbestos-containing material on single-family homes, duplexes, or townhouses in New Jersey.

  • Defines asbestos-containing material as any material with more than 1 percent asbestos by weight.

  • Exempts projects involving less than 1,000 square feet of asbestos-containing material surface area, unless an enforcing agency or the Commissioner of Community Affairs requires otherwise.

  • Directs the Commissioner of Community Affairs to adopt rules and regulations to implement the new requirements.

  • Takes effect on the first day of the third month following enactment.

Legislative Description

Requires construction permit for certain work involving asbestos on single-family home, duplex, or townhouse.

Community and Urban Affairs

Last Action

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Community and Urban Affairs Committee

2/24/2026

Committee Referrals

Community and Urban Affairs2/24/2026

Full Bill Text

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