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NJ S1043

NJ S1043
Exempts farm vehicles from certain commercial motor vehicle liability coverage requirements.


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Introduced
01/13/2026
In Committee
01/13/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

2026-2027 Regular Session

Bill Summary

This bill exempts farm tractors and traction equipment used for farm operation from certain commercial motor vehicle liability coverage requirements. Under current law, the owner of a commercial motor vehicle is required to maintain motor vehicle liability coverage of at least $1.5 million to insure against loss resulting from liability imposed by law for bodily injury, death, and property damage. Under the bill, the owner of a farm tractor or traction equipment registered with the chief administrator of the Motor Vehicle Commission is required to maintain commercial motor vehicle liability coverage of at least $300,000.

AI Summary

This bill amends existing law to exempt farm tractors and traction equipment used for farm operations from certain liability coverage requirements applicable to commercial motor vehicles. Currently, owners of commercial motor vehicles must maintain liability coverage of at least $1.5 million for bodily injury, death, and property damage. However, under this bill, owners of registered farm tractors and traction equipment will only be required to maintain commercial motor vehicle liability coverage of at least $300,000 for such damages. This change provides a reduced insurance requirement specifically for these agricultural vehicles, acknowledging their distinct use compared to other commercial vehicles.

Committee Categories

Business and Industry

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Commerce Committee (on 01/13/2026)

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