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NJ A4718

NJ A4718
"New Jersey Motorcycle Awareness and Safety Act"; requires DOT to develop public awareness campaign for motorcycle day.

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

Introduced Session

2024-2025 Regular Session

Bill Summary

This bill requires the Commissioner of Transportation, in consultation with the Director of the Division of Highway Traffic Safety to develop and annually update a motorcycle safety public awareness campaign for the purpose of promoting motorcycle safety, encouraging vigilant driving, and reducing the number of motorcycle-related accidents on New Jersey roads. The public awareness campaign is required to include, at a minimum: (1) educational materials on the importance of motorcycle safety; (2) information on the risks associated with distracted driving; and (3) variable message signs to promote best practices for sharing the road safely with motorcyclists.

AI Summary

This bill requires the New Jersey Department of Transportation, in consultation with the Division of Highway Traffic Safety, to develop and annually update a motorcycle safety public awareness campaign. The campaign must include educational materials on motorcycle safety, information on the risks of distracted driving, and variable message signs promoting safe sharing of the road with motorcyclists. The goal is to promote motorcycle safety, encourage vigilant driving, and reduce the number of motorcycle-related accidents on New Jersey roads.

Committee Categories

Transportation and Infrastructure

Sponsors (8)

Last Action

Introduced, Referred to Assembly Transportation and Independent Authorities Committee (on 09/12/2024)

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Document Type Source Location
State Bill Page https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2024/A4718
BillText https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2024/A5000/4718_I1.HTM
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