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Introduced
05/15/2025
05/15/2025
In Committee
06/12/2025
06/12/2025
Crossed Over
01/12/2026
01/12/2026
Passed
Dead
01/12/2026
01/12/2026
Introduced Session
2024-2025 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill updates current statutes regulating scrap metal businesses by establishing certain safety measures to be followed by each business. A scrap metal business is to conduct a quarterly audit of records to be retained pursuant to current law and ensure that items that are prohibited are not on the premises of the business. Additionally, each business is to reduce the likelihood of a fire by, at a minimum: (1) installing and maintaining an on-site fire suppression system so that it can be remotely operated; and (2) employing or contracting with individuals who are trained in fire suppression. A scrap metal business is given five years to install the on-site fire suppression system.
AI Summary
This bill establishes new safety regulations for scrap metal businesses in New Jersey, requiring them to conduct quarterly audits of their records to ensure prohibited items are not on the premises and implement fire prevention measures. Specifically, businesses must employ or contract with individuals trained in fire suppression and install a remotely operated on-site fire suppression system within five years of the bill's enactment. The bill builds upon existing regulations from a 2009 law (P.L.2009, c.8) that governs record-keeping for scrap metal businesses. The new requirements aim to improve safety standards and reduce fire risks in these facilities. The bill will take effect six months after enactment, with the fire suppression system installation deadline set at 60 months (five years) after enactment. The Commissioner of Environmental Protection is authorized to take preparatory administrative actions to implement these new requirements.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Passed by the Assembly (53-21-0) (on 01/12/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2024/A5684 |
| Analysis - Statement ARP 6/12/25 | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2024/A6000/5684_S1.PDF |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2024/A6000/5684_I1.HTM |
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