Bill > A3036

This bill, known as the "Swift Access For Emergency Response Actions Preservation Program (SAFER APP)," authorizes the Attorney General to order turn-by-turn navigation systems, which are applications that use GPS to guide drivers to destinations, to reroute vehicular traffic under specific circumstances. The legislation stems from findings that the widespread use of these navigation systems has, in some areas, led to dangerous traffic congestion on local roads not designed for high volumes of traffic, thereby delaying emergency services and increasing accidents. Municipalities can request the Attorney General to investigate such "emergency traffic conditions," defined as excessive traffic that hinders emergency response or endangers public safety, such as significant traffic diversion onto unsuitable roads or substantiated delays in emergency vehicle response times. If the Attorney General confirms an emergency traffic condition, they can order navigation system providers to reroute traffic for a specified period, not exceeding 12 months, with potential renewals. These orders will not apply to navigation to hospitals or police stations, and providers who fail to comply may face daily fines. The Attorney General is also required to adopt rules and regulations to implement the program and submit reports on its effectiveness.

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https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2024/A3036