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NJ A3037
NJ A3037Requires NJT to expand or modify routes and hours of certain transportation services and to solicit input from individuals diagnosed with autism.
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Introduced
01/13/2026
01/13/2026
In Committee
01/13/2026
01/13/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026-2027 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill requires the New Jersey Transit Corporation (corporation) to expand or modify the routes and hours of motorbus regular route service, paratransit service, and rail passenger service, including light rail service, to accommodate the mobility needs of individuals diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder within one year of the effective date of the bill. The corporation is required to solicit and receive advice, input, and guidance from individuals diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder and their advocates before the corporation expands or modifies the routes and hours of service. The bill also requires the corporation to solicit and receive, on an annual basis, advice, input, and guidance from individuals diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder and their advocates. The advice, input, and guidance is to help the corporation determine whether the routes and hours of motorbus regular route service, paratransit service, and rail passenger service, including light rail service, adequately accommodates the mobility needs of individuals diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder and whether further expansion or modification of the routes and hours of these services are necessary.
AI Summary
This bill requires the New Jersey Transit Corporation, which operates public transportation in New Jersey, to review and potentially change its bus routes, paratransit services (specialized transportation for people with disabilities), and rail and light rail services within one year of the bill becoming law. The goal is to better meet the transportation needs of individuals diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder. Before making any changes, New Jersey Transit must actively seek and consider advice and suggestions from individuals with autism and their advocates. Furthermore, the corporation is mandated to continue seeking this input annually to ensure that the existing transportation services adequately serve this community and to identify any further adjustments needed.
Committee Categories
Transportation and Infrastructure
Sponsors (5)
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Transportation and Independent Authorities Committee (on 01/13/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2026/A3037 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/A3500/3037_I1.HTM |
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