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NJ S252
NJ S252Requires owner or operator of certain trains to have discharge response, cleanup, and contingency plans to transport certain hazardous materials by rail; requires DEP to request bridge inspection reports from US DOT.
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Introduced
01/09/2024
01/09/2024
In Committee
01/09/2024
01/09/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2024-2025 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Requires owner or operator of certain trains to have discharge response, cleanup, and contingency plans to transport certain hazardous materials by rail; requires DEP to request bridge inspection reports from US DOT.
AI Summary
This bill requires the owner or operator of a "high hazard train" (defined as a train transporting large quantities of petroleum, petroleum products, or other hazardous substances) traveling within New Jersey to submit a discharge response, cleanup, and contingency plan to the Department of Environmental Protection. The plan must contain details on emergency response measures, available equipment, personnel, and priorities for protecting sensitive areas. The owner or operator must also provide evidence of financial responsibility for cleanup costs, offer training to local emergency services personnel, and meet certain response time requirements in the event of a discharge. The provisions do not apply to certain small railroad operations. The bill also requires the Department of Environmental Protection to request bridge inspection reports from the U.S. Department of Transportation and provide them to the Governor and Legislature.
Committee Categories
Transportation and Infrastructure
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Transportation Committee (on 01/09/2024)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2024/S252 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2024/S0500/252_I1.HTM |
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