S.1996

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

Introduced·1/9/24
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 (DEP) 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 DEP must consult with the Department of Human Services and consider guidelines from the United States Access Board. The guidelines will be published on the DEP's website and distributed to all counties and municipalities with publicly-owned beaches.

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Where it stands

Current
Environment and Energy Committee
Next
Session adjourned — paused until it reconvenes

Sponsors

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History

Jan 9, 2024

Senate

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