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Bill > S2851
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Introduced
03/04/2024
03/04/2024
In Committee
03/04/2024
03/04/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/12/2026
01/12/2026
Introduced Session
2024-2025 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill requires the availability of free parking at polling places on election day. Under current law, preference in locations to be selected as polling places is given to schools and public buildings. Current law also requires each polling place to be accessible to individuals with disabilities and the elderly in compliance with the "Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990." This bill would institute an additional requirement for polling places to have onsite parking available free of charge.
AI Summary
This bill mandates that all polling places selected for elections must provide free onsite parking. Currently, polling places are often located in schools and public buildings and must be accessible to individuals with disabilities and the elderly, as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), a federal law ensuring equal opportunity for people with disabilities. This new requirement adds the provision of free parking as an additional condition for polling place selection, aiming to make voting more convenient for all citizens.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation Committee (on 03/04/2024)
Official Document
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bill summary
| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2024/S2851 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/S3000/2851_I1.HTM |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2024/S3000/2851_I1.HTM |
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