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S 3366

Eliminates fee for special plates for firefighters and members of first aid or rescue squads.

2024-2025 Regular Session Introduced by Carmen Amato and 4 co-sponsors

New Jersey bill eliminates license plate fees for volunteer firefighters and first aid/rescue squad members, removing a cost barrier to obtaining service identification plates.

Referred to Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee
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Bill Summary · S 3366

Legislative bill overview

S 3366 eliminates the fee that New Jersey firefighters and first aid/rescue squad members currently pay to obtain special license plates identifying their service. The bill removes a cost barrier to obtaining these specialized plates, which typically carry annual or one-time fees that vary by state program.

Why is this important

Special plates serve as public recognition of volunteer emergency responders and may offer practical benefits like parking privileges or toll exemptions in some jurisdictions. Removing the fee increases accessibility for volunteer firefighters and rescue workers, many of whom operate on limited budgets, while potentially encouraging broader participation in emergency services identification programs.

Potential points of contention

  • Revenue impact: The state loses fee revenue from these plates; the fiscal note would clarify whether this is minimal or substantial enough to raise budget concerns
  • Equity questions: The bill benefits only one category of public servants; similar arguments could be made for police, EMS professionals, military veterans, or other service groups
  • Program sustainability: If special plate programs rely partly on fees for administrative costs, eliminating them may require general fund appropriations or reduce program resources

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

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