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Bill > A204
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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 allows farmers to register a utility task vehicle used for farm operation with the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission and to operate a utility task vehicles on public highways. Under current law, utility task vehicles are prohibited from operating on a public highway at any time from sunset to sunrise, with certain exceptions. Utility task vehicles are required to operate in accordance with rules and regulations prescribed by the Chief Administrator of the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission. As defined in this bill, the term "utility task vehicle" means any motorized utility or off-road vehicle with four wheels designed with seating for the operator and one or more passengers, side-by-side, and a steering wheel for steering control.
AI Summary
This bill allows farmers to register utility task vehicles, defined as four-wheeled motorized off-road vehicles with side-by-side seating for the operator and passengers and a steering wheel, with the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission for farm operations, enabling them to travel on public highways. Previously, these vehicles were generally prohibited on public roads from sunset to sunrise, with some exceptions, and were subject to regulations set by the Chief Administrator of the Motor Vehicle Commission.
Committee Categories
Agriculture and Natural Resources
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Agriculture and Natural Resources Committee (on 01/13/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2026/A204 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/A0500/204_I1.HTM |
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