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NJ A958
NJ A958Requires DLPS to establish training program to prepare law enforcement to interact with autonomous vehicles.
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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 Attorney General, in consultation with the Commissioner of Transportation, to establish a training course to prepare law enforcement to interact with autonomous vehicles. The bill requires every law enforcement officer appointed prior to the effective date of this act to complete the training course no later than December 31, 2020. Prior to being appointed to permanent status as a law enforcement officer, an individual is required to complete the training course. While autonomous vehicles are currently prohibited from being tested or operated on public highways in New Jersey, this bill will ensure that law enforcement will be prepared in emergency and traffic enforcement situations when autonomous vehicles begin operating on public highways.
AI Summary
This bill requires the Attorney General, working with the Commissioner of Transportation, to create a training program for law enforcement officers on how to safely interact with autonomous vehicles, which are vehicles capable of operating without direct human control. This training is crucial because, although autonomous vehicles are currently prohibited from being tested or operated on New Jersey's public roads, this bill aims to ensure law enforcement is prepared for future scenarios involving these vehicles in emergency and traffic enforcement situations. The training must be completed by all existing law enforcement officers by December 31, 2020, and by any new officers before they achieve permanent status. The Police Training Commission will establish the necessary rules and regulations to implement this act, and the training curriculum will be reviewed and updated every five years.
Committee Categories
Military Affairs and Security
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Public Safety and Preparedness 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/A958 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/A1000/958_I1.HTM |
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