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S 192

Establishes certain protections for drivers and holders of non-driver identification cards diagnosed with certain disabilities.*

2026-2027 Regular Session Introduced by Renee Burgess and 4 co-sponsors

Creates a voluntary brain injury designation on licenses/IDs and a statewide law-enforcement registry to aid identification and communication during stops, plus officer training.

Referred to Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee
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Bill Summary · S 192

Summary of Bill S 192 (New Jersey, 222nd Session)

Purpose and intent

S 192 aims to improve safety and communication for drivers and non-driver identification card holders who have been diagnosed with traumatic or acquired brain injuries. The bill creates voluntary designations on licenses/IDs and establishes a statewide registry to help law enforcement identify and interact effectively with affected individuals during stops or other enforcement actions. It also requires training for law enforcement on handling interactions with people with brain injuries.

Key provisions

  • Voluntary designation on license/ID (Section 1)

    • MVC must permit a basic driver’s license or non-driver ID holder to voluntarily indicate a traumatic or acquired brain injury, diagnosed by a physician, psychologist, or other licensed health professional.
    • The designation is to be used only by law enforcement or emergency medical professionals to identify and communicate with the person; it cannot be used for other purposes.
    • The designation must display a restriction code on the license/ID, per MVC procedures.
    • Individuals may remove the designation at any time.

  • ** statewide registry (Section 2)**

    • MVC must establish and maintain an automated, Statewide registry accessible to law enforcement to identify and communicate with individuals with brain injuries.
    • Individuals may voluntarily report their diagnosis to be included in the registry.
    • Registry data may include: (1) license plate/registration information regularly operated by the person, (2) emergency contact information, and (3) other information to assist communication.
    • Submission methods: MVC website, mail, or when applying for/renewing licenses or registrations.
    • Data access is limited to designated MVC employees and law enforcement during motor vehicle stops or enforcement actions.
    • The information is not a public record and not discoverable as a government record except by subpoena or court order.
    • Immunity from civil liability and criminal prosecution for MVC staff and designated employees is provided, except in cases of malicious intent or wanton disregard.

  • Law enforcement training program (Section 3)

    • A program, developed by the State Police Superintendent in consultation with MVC and the Human Services Commissioner, to train officers on identifying and communicating with individuals with brain injuries.
    • Training must cover de-escalation, use of the registry, and other relevant information recommended by Human Services.
    • The training program must be made available annually to every county and municipal law enforcement agency in the state.

  • Effective date and administration (Section 4)

    • Sections 1 and 2 take effect on the first day of the seventh month after enactment, with possible earlier administrative actions by MVC.
    • Section 3 takes effect on the first day of the thirteenth month after enactment, with possible earlier actions by the State Police.

Who is affected

  • Individuals with diagnosed traumatic or acquired brain injuries who hold or may obtain a basic driver’s license or non-driver ID.
  • Law enforcement officers and emergency medical personnel who interact with drivers or ID holders.
  • MVC staff and agencies (for registry implementation and data management).
  • County and municipal law enforcement agencies, via mandatory annual training.

Procedural and timeline notes

  • Voluntary designation and registry enrollment are optional for individuals.
  • The bill provides data privacy protections and limits on public disclosure, subject to subpoenas or court orders.
  • It includes liability protections for the administering agencies, except in cases of malicious conduct or gross negligence.
  • The act proposes phased implementation: Sections 1–2 earlier (7 months), Section 3 later (13 months) after enactment.

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

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