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Introduced
05/29/2025
05/29/2025
In Committee
05/29/2025
05/29/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
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 requirements for scrap metal businesses in New Jersey, aimed at improving record-keeping, fire prevention, and overall business safety. Specifically, businesses will be required to conduct quarterly audits of their records, ensuring they comply with existing regulations and that no prohibited items are present on their premises. To reduce fire risks, businesses must employ or contract with individuals trained in fire suppression and install a remotely operated fire suppression system. The bill provides businesses with five years (60 months) from the date of enactment to install the fire suppression system, with the overall requirements taking effect six months after enactment. The law applies to all scrap metal businesses in the state and gives the Commissioner of Environmental Protection the authority to take preparatory administrative actions to implement these new regulations. These measures are designed to enhance safety, prevent potential hazards, and improve operational standards in the scrap metal industry.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Commerce Committee (on 05/29/2025)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2024/S4528 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2024/S5000/4528_I1.HTM |
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