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A 5851

Directs DEP to establish scrap tire hauler license and scrap tire storage, collection, and disposal site permit.

2024-2025 Regular Session Introduced by Bill Moen

New Jersey would require scrap tire haulers to obtain licenses and tire facilities to secure permits, creating state regulatory oversight of the previously unregulated tire waste industry.

Introduced in the Assembly, Referred to Assembly Environment, Natural Resources, and Solid Waste Committee
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Bill Summary · A 5851

Legislative bill overview

Bill A 5851 directs New Jersey's Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) to create a licensing system for scrap tire haulers and establish permit requirements for scrap tire storage, collection, and disposal sites. The bill essentially creates a regulatory framework to oversee the scrap tire industry that currently operates with minimal state oversight.

Why is this important

Scrap tires pose significant environmental and public health challenges, including serving as mosquito breeding grounds, creating fire hazards, and potentially leaching chemicals into groundwater. Without proper regulation and tracking, tire waste can accumulate in illegal dumps and unmonitored facilities. Establishing licensing and permits allows the state to monitor tire handling practices, ensure proper disposal methods, and hold operators accountable for environmental compliance.

Potential points of contention

  • Compliance costs: Tire haulers and facility operators may face increased expenses for licensing, permits, and regulatory compliance, potentially raising disposal costs for consumers and businesses
  • Industry burden: Small-scale haulers and independent tire shops could struggle with administrative requirements and may exit the market, potentially reducing competition
  • Implementation details: The bill provides no funding mechanism, timelines, or specific permit standards, raising questions about how DEP will effectively enforce the new system

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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