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NJ A2405

NJ A2405
Directs DEP to establish scrap tire hauler license and scrap tire storage, collection, and disposal site permit.

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Introduced
01/13/2026
In Committee
01/13/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
01/13/2026
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
01/13/2026

Introduced Session

2026-2027 Regular Session

Bill Summary

This bill would prohibit persons from engaging in scrap tire collection unless they possess a license issued by the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP). The bill would define "scrap tire collection" to mean the pick-up and transportation of scrap tires from their source to a licensed scrap tire facility, disposal facility, storage facility, or other destination. The bill would require the DEP to establish a scrap hauler license, including an application process and eligibility requirements for applicants. The bill would require the DEP to establish a system for the manifesting, tracking, collection, recycling, and disposal of scrap tires, and would authorize the DEP to require licensed scrap tire haulers to utilize the system. The bill would establish various requirements for obtaining a scrap tire hauler license, including that each tire hauler would be required to maintain financial assurance in the amount of no less than $150,000 per hauler. The bill would also prohibit licensed tire haulers from storing tires at any location unless the location meets all applicable safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements established by the DEP. The bill would also require the DEP to establish a permit for scrap tire storage, collection, or disposal sites. The bill would require that these sites maintain adequate financial assurance for closure as a condition of approval, in an amount sufficient to ensure proper cleanup and site restoration in the event of abandonment or noncompliance. The bill would also establish certain exemptions from the permit requirement, including for persons who store fewer than 1,000 in secure, enclosed containers. The bill would establish a civil administrative penalty of not more than $7,500 for a first offense, not more than $10,000 for a second offense, and not more than $25,000 for a third and every subsequent offense, for violations of the bill's provisions. The bill would also establish a civil penalty of up to $7,500 for violations of the bill's provisions, and a civil penalty of up to $50,000 for persons who fail to obey administrative orders, court orders, or to pay civil administrative penalties in full. The penalties would be assessed for each day during which the violations continued.

AI Summary

This bill requires the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) to establish a licensing system for scrap tire haulers and a permitting system for scrap tire storage, collection, and disposal sites, aiming to better manage used tires. Specifically, individuals or businesses collecting and transporting scrap tires, defined as tires no longer suitable for vehicle use or unused for over six months, must obtain a "licensed scrap tire hauler" license from the DEP, which involves an application process and requires financial assurance of at least $150,000 per hauler to cover potential cleanup costs. The DEP will also create a system to track scrap tires from collection to recycling or disposal, which licensed haulers may be required to use, and haulers are prohibited from storing tires unless the location meets DEP safety and environmental standards. Furthermore, sites that store, collect, or dispose of scrap tires will need a permit from the DEP, which will include requirements for financial assurance to ensure proper site closure and restoration, though certain exemptions exist, such as for businesses storing fewer than 500 tires or for individuals storing up to 1,000 tires in secure, enclosed containers. Violations of these provisions can result in civil administrative penalties ranging from $7,500 for a first offense up to $25,000 for subsequent offenses, with additional penalties for failing to comply with orders or pay assessments.

Committee Categories

Agriculture and Natural Resources

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Withdrawn Because Approved P.L.2025, c.389. (on 01/13/2026)
(3 Companion Bills)

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Document Type Source Location
State Bill Page https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2026/A2405
BillText https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/A2500/2405_I1.HTM
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