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NJ A2289

NJ A2289
Permits qualified person with post-traumatic stress disorder to obtain handicapped parking placard.


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Introduced
01/27/2020
In Committee
01/27/2020
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/11/2022

Introduced Session

2020-2021 Regular Session

Bill Summary

This bill would permit a person diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) to obtain a handicapped parking placard. To qualify for the handicapped parking placard, a psychiatrist or psychologist licensed in this State or a bordering state, or a psychiatrist or psychologist stationed at a military or naval installation located in New Jersey who is licensed to practice in any state, would certify the person's diagnosis of PTSD.

AI Summary

This bill permits a person diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) to obtain a handicapped parking placard. To qualify, a psychiatrist or psychologist licensed in New Jersey or a bordering state, or stationed at a military or naval installation in New Jersey, must certify the person's PTSD diagnosis. The bill also allows the chief of police in each municipality to issue temporary handicapped placards, not exceeding six months, to people with temporary disabilities or PTSD, as certified by the appropriate medical professionals.

Committee Categories

Transportation and Infrastructure

Sponsors (3)

Last Action

Introduced, Referred to Assembly Transportation and Independent Authorities Committee (on 01/27/2020)

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