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NJ S3749

Bill

Status

Introduced

3/5/2026

Primary Sponsor

Angela Mcknight

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Origin

Senate

2026-2027 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Prohibits transportation network companies (like Uber and Lyft) from engaging in surge pricing during a declared state of emergency in New Jersey for 72 hours following the declaration

  • Defines surge pricing as any fare increase exceeding two times the usual fare rate, including through rate multipliers

  • Authorizes the Governor to extend the surge pricing prohibition in consecutive 72-hour intervals if the state of emergency continues beyond the initial period

  • Establishes penalties of up to $10,000 for first violations and up to $20,000 for second and subsequent violations, collectible through civil proceedings

  • Amends existing transportation network company law (P.L.2017, c.26) to add definitions for "state of emergency" and "surge pricing"

Legislative Description

Prohibits transportation network companies from engaging in surge pricing during state of emergency.

Transportation

Last Action

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Transportation Committee

3/5/2026

Committee Referrals

Transportation3/5/2026

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