A2192

Establishes Automobile Theft Prevention Authority; appropriates $2 million.

Introduced·1/13/26
Introduced Text

Establishes the Automobile Theft Prevention Authority to combat automobile theft in New Jersey.

The bill creates the Automobile Theft Prevention Authority within the Department of Law and Public Safety. The Authority aims to prevent, combat, and reduce automobile theft, improve law enforcement, and support prosecution. It is governed by a board of directors consisting of the Attorney General, a law enforcement officer, a county prosecutor, an insurance representative, and three public members. The Authority has powers to employ staff, make contracts, procure insurance, and manage funds. It must report annually to the Governor and Legislature.

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Judiciary Committee
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History

Jan 13

Assembly

Introduced, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee