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NJ S1597
NJ S1597Permits qualified person with post-traumatic stress disorder to obtain handicapped parking placard.
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Introduced
02/13/2020
02/13/2020
In Committee
02/13/2020
02/13/2020
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/11/2022
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 would permit a person diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) to obtain a handicapped parking placard. To qualify, the person must obtain a certification from a licensed psychiatrist or psychologist in New Jersey or a bordering state, or a psychiatrist or psychologist stationed at a military or naval installation in New Jersey. The bill also allows the chief of police in each municipality to issue temporary placards of up to six months' duration to people with a temporary disability, including those diagnosed with PTSD.
Committee Categories
Transportation and Infrastructure
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Transportation Committee (on 02/13/2020)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2020/S1597 |
| BillText | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/Bills/2020/S2000/1597_I1.HTM |
| Bill | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/Bills/2020/S2000/1597_I1.PDF |
| BillText | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/2020/Bills/S2000/1597_I1.HTM |
| Bill | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/2020/Bills/S2000/1597_I1.PDF |
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