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NJ A4272
NJ A4272Exempts licensed master plumbers from certain electrical contractor business permit requirements.
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Introduced
02/19/2026
02/19/2026
In Committee
02/19/2026
02/19/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026-2027 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill exempts licensed master plumbers in the State from certain business permit requirements under the law governing electrical contractors concerning certain electric water heaters and air conditioning units. Electric water heaters are among the most common types of water heaters in New Jersey and the United States, and are increasing in popularity due to their cost and energy efficiency. Electric air conditioning condensing units are also very popular appliances. Licensed master plumbers in New Jersey possess the skills and training necessary to replace these appliances, but under current law these plumbers would need to hold a New Jersey master electrician's license to perform such work. By exempting licensed New Jersey master plumbers from needing a business permit from the Board of Examiners of Electrical Contractors, this bill frees those plumbers to perform additional tasks. This less burdensome requirement will provide costs savings to customers by increasing competition for plumbing services and plumbers by removing a costly and unnecessary regulatory requirement.
AI Summary
This bill exempts licensed master plumbers in New Jersey from needing a business permit from the Board of Examiners of Electrical Contractors when replacing electric water heaters with similar units not exceeding 240 volts, provided the new unit has a disconnecting means within sight of the equipment, or when replacing the service disconnect and whip for a replacement air conditioning condensing unit not exceeding 240 volts. This change aims to reduce regulatory burdens and costs for consumers by allowing plumbers, who already possess the necessary skills and training for these common appliance replacements, to perform this work without requiring a separate master electrician's license, thereby increasing competition and potentially lowering service costs.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Regulated Professions Committee (on 02/19/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2026/A4272 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/A4500/4272_I1.HTM |
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