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NJ A1856

NJ A1856
Requires door to operator's cabin be locked on NJT trains.


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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 requires the New Jersey Transit Corporation (NJ Transit) to ensure that any interior door that provides access to the operator's cabin of an NJ Transit train or to any compartment wherein controls to the train are located be locked and secured at all times. The requirement does not apply in cases of emergency or where the interests of health, safety, or security require the door to be unlocked.

AI Summary

This bill mandates that the New Jersey Transit Corporation (NJ Transit), a public transportation agency in New Jersey, must ensure that any interior door leading to the train operator's cabin or any compartment containing the train's controls is kept locked and secured at all times on all rail passenger vehicles it owns or operates. This security measure is intended to enhance safety and prevent unauthorized access. However, the bill provides exceptions, allowing the door to be unlocked in situations of emergency or when health, safety, or security interests necessitate it.

Committee Categories

Transportation and Infrastructure

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

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

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