Bill > S745

This bill requires the Department of Transportation (DOT) and the Department of Law and Public Safety (DLPS) to establish and operate a weigh-in-motion monitoring program, which uses systems to automatically detect the weight of vehicles as they pass over scales. These systems will be strategically placed, particularly near bridges in poor condition, to identify vehicles exceeding weight limits, which can damage infrastructure. The program aims to improve road and bridge safety by providing early detection of overweight vehicles, triggering structural inspections for bridges and allowing for enforcement actions against violators. The bill also clarifies existing laws regarding vehicle weight enforcement, including provisions for minor weight infractions and the ability for vehicles not found in violation to bypass weigh stations, while ensuring that personal information collected by the systems is protected and not considered a public record.

Budget and Finance, Transportation and Infrastructure

https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2024/S745