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A 3082

Establishes public-private partnerships to share de-identified traffic data.

2026-2027 Regular Session Introduced by Chris Tully

The bill would authorize public-private partnerships through the DOT to develop and operate de-identified, potentially precise geolocation traffic data projects, with private partn

Reported and Referred to Assembly Transportation and Independent Authorities Committee
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Bill Summary · A 3082

Overview

A3082, introduced in the 222nd New Jersey Legislature, would authorize the New Jersey Department of Transportation (DOT) to establish public-private partnerships to develop and operate data-sharing projects. These projects involve de-identified traffic data, including precise geolocation data, to provide accurate, up-to-date information about road closures, driving conditions, and rainfall. The bill envisions private entities taking on full financial and administrative responsibility for the development, delivery, marketing, and implementation of these projects, while ensuring compliance with state data privacy laws.

Main purpose and intent

  • Create a framework for public-private partnerships (PPPs) to collect, share, and utilize de-identified traffic data.
  • Leverage private sector resources and expertise to develop data-sharing projects that improve situational awareness for motorists and the DOT.
  • Ensure that even within PPP arrangements, data privacy protections are maintained and private partners remain subject to applicable state data privacy laws.

Key provisions and changes

  • Definitions:
    • De-identified data: Data that cannot reasonably be used to identify a person or device, with safeguards including (a) reasonable measures to prevent re-identification, (b) public commitment to maintain de-identified use, and (c) contractual obligations on recipients to comply with de-identification requirements.
    • Precise geolocation data: Data that pinpoints a location with high precision (within roughly 1,750 feet) and excludes content of communications.
    • Public-private partnership agreement: An agreement where a private entity assumes full financial and administrative responsibility for a data-sharing project.
  • Establishment of PPPs:
    • The Commissioner of Transportation (or designee) may enter into PPPs with private entities for data-sharing projects.
    • Private partners would take full financial and administrative responsibility for development, design, delivery, marketing, and implementation of the project.
  • Scope of data-sharing projects:
    • Collect, share, and utilize de-identified data, potentially including precise geolocation data, to inform motorists and the DOT about road conditions, closures, and rainfall.
  • Review and approval:
    • All proposed data-sharing projects must be reviewed and approved by the Commissioner or designee, with criteria determined in consultation with the Office of Information Technology.
  • Compliance and status of private partners:
    • Private entities in PPPs must comply with relevant state data privacy laws (including P.L. 2023, c. 266, which governs data privacy requirements) and are not considered State agencies or instrumentalities under certain state definitions.
  • Effective date:
    • The act takes effect immediately upon enactment.

Who and what would be affected

  • State agency: New Jersey Department of Transportation (DOT) would oversee and authorize PPPs and approve data-sharing projects.
  • Private sector participants: Private entities entering into PPPs to develop and operate data-sharing projects, including management of funding, development, and implementation.
  • Data and privacy framework: Entities in PPPs must adhere to state data privacy laws and de-identification standards to protect individuals’ and devices’ identities.
  • General public and motorists: Users would benefit from improved, real-time information about road conditions, closures, and weather-related driving conditions.

Procedural and timeline aspects

  • Process for action:
    • The Commissioner (or designee), in consultation with the Office of Information Technology, would establish criteria for review and approval of data-sharing projects.
    • Proposed PPP data-sharing projects must be submitted for review and approval before implementation.
  • Timeline:
    • The bill was introduced and referred to committees in early 2026, with a specific action history noting committee referrals and a status of “Introduced Pending Technical Review.” If enacted, implementation would follow the approval process established by the bill and any ensuing regulatory or procurement steps.

Potential considerations

  • Privacy protections:
    • Emphasis on de-identified data and explicit safeguards against re-identification.
    • Clear alignment with state data privacy laws to govern private partners’ handling of data.
  • Public accountability:
    • PPP framework involves state oversight and approval processes to govern project scope and data use.
  • Resource implications:
    • Private partners would bear financial and administrative responsibilities, potentially accelerating project deployment but requiring robust contractual and performance standards.

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

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