A2019

"Penny's Law"; requires DEP to develop beach accessibility guidelines for persons with disabilities.

Introduced·1/13/26
Introduced Text

Penny's Law mandates the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection to create beach accessibility guidelines for persons with disabilities.

Penny's Law requires the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection, in consultation with the Department of Human Services, to develop guidelines for beach accessibility for persons with disabilities. These guidelines must include recommendations for ramps, restrooms, showers, boardwalks, surf chairs, parking, and other facilities. The Department of Human Services must establish a process for persons and organizations with experience in assisting individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities to provide input.

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Where it stands

Current
Environment and Solid Waste Committee
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DDD
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Jan 13

Assembly

Introduced, Referred to Assembly Environment and Solid Waste Committee