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A 3035

Prohibits certain vehicles from parking in electric vehicle charging spaces under certain circumstances.*

2024-2025 Regular Session

New Jersey law now prohibits non-EV vehicles from parking in dedicated EV charging spaces to protect charging infrastructure access and support electric vehicle adoption.

Approved P.L.2025, c.155.
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Bill Summary · A 3035

Legislative bill overview

Bill A 3035 prohibits non-electric vehicles from parking in dedicated electric vehicle (EV) charging spaces, with certain exceptions. The bill has been signed into law in New Jersey as P.L.2025, c.155, establishing penalties for unauthorized parking in these reserved spaces.

Why is this important

As EV adoption increases, protecting charging infrastructure access becomes critical for supporting the transition to electric vehicles. Unauthorized parking in charging spaces reduces availability and frustrates EV owners, potentially hindering the state's clean energy goals. This law creates enforcement mechanisms to ensure charging stations remain accessible to their intended users.

Potential points of contention

  • Enforcement challenges: Determining who is responsible for monitoring and ticketing violators (private lot owners, municipalities, or state agencies) and adequacy of penalties to deter behavior
  • Exception definitions: The bill's "certain circumstances" language suggests exceptions exist, but clarity is needed on what qualifies (disabilities, emergencies, etc.) and how they're verified
  • Impact on parking availability: Critics may argue this reduces already-limited parking in congested areas, placing burden on drivers without access to home charging

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

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