S.1260

Requires use of protective headgear when horseback riding on State-owned lands.

Introduced·1/9/24
Introduced Text

New Jersey S1260 mandates protective headgear for horseback riders on state-owned lands.

New Jersey S1260 requires individuals horseback riding on state-owned lands to wear protective headgear meeting American Society for Testing and Materials standards. Violators face fines up to $50 for a first offense and $200 for subsequent offenses, with penalties funding the New Jersey Brain Injury Research Fund. The Department of Environmental Protection must post signs at each entrance to state-owned lands where equestrian activities occur. This measure aims to reduce head injuries in equestrian sports and promote public health and safety.

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Where it stands

Current
In committee
Next
Session adjourned — paused until it reconvenes

Sponsors

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History

Jan 25, 2024

Senate

Transferred to Senate State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation Committee

Jan 9, 2024

Senate

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Environment and Energy Committee