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NJ A4862

NJ A4862
Imposes restrictions on vehicle idling.


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Introduced
11/14/2022
In Committee
11/14/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/08/2024

Introduced Session

2022-2023 Regular Session

Bill Summary

This bill bans gasoline-powered and diesel-powered motor vehicles from idling for more than two minutes with certain exceptions, including for traffic congestion on a highway and for emergency service vehicles. The bill is based on current Department of Environmental Protection regulations and prohibits idling in residential neighborhoods, condominiums, townhouse developments, and apartment complexes, as well as focusing on creating buffer zones to protect entry ways and windows leading into residences from exhaust fumes created during the idling time period. The bill also makes any individual who violates the provisions of the bill subject to certain civil administrative penalties.

AI Summary

This bill bans gasoline-powered and diesel-powered motor vehicles from idling for more than two minutes, with certain exceptions such as traffic congestion, emergency vehicles, and vehicles being repaired. The bill is based on current Department of Environmental Protection regulations and prohibits idling in residential neighborhoods, condominiums, townhouse developments, and apartment complexes, as well as creating buffer zones to protect entry ways and windows from exhaust fumes. Individuals who violate the provisions of the bill are subject to civil administrative penalties.

Committee Categories

Transportation and Infrastructure

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Introduced, Referred to Assembly Transportation and Independent Authorities Committee (on 11/14/2022)

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