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NJ A5760

NJ A5760
Requires DEP to adopt rules and regulations establishing alternative provisions by which vehicle manufacturers may comply with Low Emission Vehicle program.

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Introduced
06/12/2025
In Committee
06/12/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/12/2026

Introduced Session

2024-2025 Regular Session

Bill Summary

This bill would require the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) to adopt rules and regulations, within one year of the bill's enactment, to establish an Interim Alternative ZEV Compliance Program, which would establish alternative provisions by which vehicle manufacturers may comply with the State's Low Emission Vehicle program. Specifically, the bill would provide that in model years 2027 through 2031, manufacturers of new vehicles who elect to comply with the Interim Alternative ZEV Compliance Program shall be deemed in compliance with any provisions of the Low Emission Vehicle program regulating the production and delivery for sale in New Jersey of zero-emission passenger vehicles or light-duty trucks, including the provisions of N.J.A.C.7:27-29.6. Under the bill, a manufacturer of new vehicles who elects to comply with the Interim Alternative ZEV Compliance Program would be authorized to offer its New Jersey dealers a portfolio of vehicles comprised of the required share of zero-emission vehicles for each year under the Low Emission Vehicle program, up to its ability to manufacture the vehicles actually ordered by New Jersey consumers, without any requirement or mandate that a dealer or consumer purchase any specific vehicle.

AI Summary

This bill requires the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) to establish an Interim Alternative Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) Compliance Program for model years 2027 through 2031, providing vehicle manufacturers with more flexible compliance options for the state's Low Emission Vehicle program. Under this program, manufacturers can opt-in by notifying the DEP by October 1st of the preceding calendar year and will be considered compliant with ZEV requirements if they offer their New Jersey dealers a portfolio of zero-emission vehicles matching the program's required share, but without mandating that dealers or consumers purchase specific vehicles. The bill defines key terms like "passenger vehicle" and "light-duty truck" and provides manufacturers with a comprehensive defense against potential penalties for not meeting strict zero-emission vehicle sales quotas. This legislation aims to give automakers more adaptability in transitioning to zero-emission vehicles while still maintaining the overall goal of increasing environmentally friendly transportation options in New Jersey.

Committee Categories

Agriculture and Natural Resources

Sponsors (3)

Last Action

Introduced, Referred to Assembly Environment, Natural Resources, and Solid Waste Committee (on 06/12/2025)
(1 Companion Bills)

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Document Type Source Location
State Bill Page https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2024/A5760
BillText https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2024/A6000/5760_I1.HTM
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