New Jersey 2024-2025 Regular Session

New Jersey Assembly Bill A1062

Introduced
1/9/24  

Caption

Directs MVC to establish public information campaign concerning certain motorized vehicles; establishes 15-mile-per-hour speed limit for certain motorized vehicles.

Impact

Additionally, the bill establishes a maximum speed limit of 15 miles per hour for the operation of motorized bicycles and low-speed electric vehicles on highways, roadways, and streets. This legal speed limit is intended to enhance safety for both the riders of these vehicles and other users of public roads. Notably, the bill also outlines that no municipality can impose regulations that would restrict these vehicles from operating on public roads contrary to the provisions set in this act, asserting state-level consistency in regulations regarding low-speed electric vehicles.

Summary

Bill A1062 in New Jersey directs the Motor Vehicle Commission (MVC) to establish a public information campaign focused on low-speed electric bicycles, low-speed electric scooters, and motorized bicycles. This campaign aims to educate operators about the safe use of these vehicles and their responsibilities towards pedestrians and other road users. By creating awareness, the bill seeks to mitigate the potential dangers these vehicles pose in public spaces.

Contention

While the bill is primarily focused on safety and public education, debates may arise surrounding the regulation of these vehicles at the local level. Some advocates argue that municipalities should retain the ability to tailor regulations specific to their needs, particularly in densely populated or high-traffic areas. This contention points to the broader discussion on local versus state control in transportation policy, as well as the implications of having a statewide standard for the operation of low-speed vehicles.

Companion Bills

NJ A5585

Carry Over Directs MVC to establish public information campaign concerning certain motorized vehicles; establishes 15-mile-per-hour speed limit for certain motorized vehicles.

Previously Filed As

NJ A5585

Directs MVC to establish public information campaign concerning certain motorized vehicles; establishes 15-mile-per-hour speed limit for certain motorized vehicles.

NJ A609

"Drew's Law"; establishes 15 miles per hour speed limit in or near certain public parks.

NJ A639

"Drew's Law"; establishes 15 miles per hour speed limit in or near certain public parks.

NJ AB1447

Vehicles: motorized scooters.

NJ A5295

Reclassifies electric bicycles; establishes certain regulations for electric bicycles, motorized bicycles, storage batteries, and charging systems.

NJ A3792

Restricts use of motorized skateboards.

NJ A2381

Restricts use of motorized skateboards.

NJ AB2989

Motorized scooter: use of helmet: maximum speed.

NJ HB434

Motor Vehicles - Speed Limits - Establishment and Enforcement

NJ S440

"Drew's Law"; allows counties and municipalities to establish, or request DOT to establish, 15 miles per hour speed limit in or near certain parks and to set increased penalty for violating speed limit.

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