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NJ A2686

NJ A2686
Prohibits school buses from traveling in left lane of roadway except for turning and emergencies.


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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 prohibits school buses from driving in the left lane of a roadway except for turning and emergencies. Under the bill, when a roadway has been divided into two or more lanes of traffic in any one direction, a school bus is prohibited from being driven in the left-hand lane or lanes, except for the following circumstances: (1) to the extent necessary to prepare for a left turn, a school may be driven in the farthest left lane for up to one mile to prepare for a left-hand turn; (2) when necessary to enter or leave a roadway by entrance or exit to or from the left lane, a school bus may be driven in the farthest left lane for up to one mile to prepare to enter or leave the roadway; or (3) when reasonably necessary in response to emergency conditions, such as poor visibility, snow, accidents, or the presence of emergency vehicles. A violation of the bill's provisions is to result in a fine of not less than $100 or more than $300 and a surcharge of $50.

AI Summary

This bill amends existing law to prohibit school buses from traveling in the left lane of a roadway when there are two or more lanes of traffic in the same direction, with specific exceptions. These exceptions allow school buses to use the farthest left lane for up to one mile to prepare for a left turn, to enter or exit the roadway from the left lane, or when necessary due to emergency conditions such as poor visibility, snow, accidents, or the presence of emergency vehicles. A violation of these provisions will result in a fine of at least $100 and no more than $300, plus a $50 surcharge.

Committee Categories

Transportation and Infrastructure

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Introduced, Referred to Assembly Transportation and Independent Authorities Committee (on 01/13/2026)

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