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NJ A472

NJ A472
Imposes restrictions on vehicle idling.


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Introduced
01/09/2024
In Committee
01/09/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/12/2026

Introduced Session

2024-2025 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 for traffic congestion, emergency services, and vehicle maintenance. The bill is based on current Department of Environmental Protection regulations and prohibits idling in residential areas, condominiums, townhouses, and apartments, as well as creating buffer zones to protect residences from exhaust fumes. Individuals who violate the provisions of the bill can be subject to civil administrative penalties.

Committee Categories

Transportation and Infrastructure

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Introduced, Referred to Assembly Transportation and Independent Authorities Committee (on 01/09/2024)

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