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A 4825

Requires DOT to inspect traffic signs and establish public awareness campaign concerning traffic signs in need of maintenance.

2026-2027 Regular Session Introduced by Shama Haider

NJ DOT will inspect traffic signs statewide and run a public awareness campaign to highlight signs needing maintenance.

Introduced, Referred to Assembly Transportation and Independent Authorities Committee
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Bill Summary · A 4825

Bill Summary — New Jersey A 4825 (Session 222)

Title

Requires the New Jersey Department of Transportation (DOT) to inspect traffic signs and establish a public awareness campaign concerning traffic signs in need of maintenance.

Purpose and Intent

  • To ensure traffic signs in New Jersey meet safety and visibility standards by identifying signs requiring maintenance.
  • To increase public awareness about the condition and upkeep of traffic signs, promoting safer driving conditions.

Key Provisions and Changes

  1. DOT Inspection of Traffic Signs

    • Directs the New Jersey Department of Transportation to conduct inspections of traffic signs throughout the state.
    • Aims to identify signs that are damaged, faded, obscured, or otherwise in need of maintenance or replacement.
    • Likely results to a list or registry of signs flagged for action, along with recommended maintenance timelines (exact reporting mechanics to be detailed in bill language).

  2. Public Awareness Campaign

    • Requires the DOT to establish a public awareness campaign focused on traffic signs that are in need of maintenance.
    • Campaign objectives may include informing the public about the importance of visible, legible signs and encouraging reporting of missing or damaged signs.
    • Campaign strategies could include outreach to motorists, local governments, and transportation partners, as well as utilization of public-facing channels.

  3. Coordination and Reporting (anticipated)

    • The bill will typically require coordination with local governments, transportation authorities, and relevant state agencies.
    • May require periodic reporting to the Legislature or a designated committee on inspection results and campaign progress (e.g., milestones, sign replacement/maintenance figures).

Who/What Would Be Affected

  • State Department of Transportation (DOT): Primary responsible agency for conducting inspections and running the awareness campaign.
  • Public Roads and Signage Assets: Traffic signs statewide would be subject to inspection and potential maintenance or replacement.
  • General Public and Motorists: Beneficiaries of improved sign visibility and safety awareness; also empowered to report sign issues.
  • Local and Regional Transportation Entities: May participate in inspections, maintenance efforts, or reporting mechanisms as part of the statewide initiative.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • Legislative Path: Introduced and referred to the Assembly Transportation and Independent Authorities Committee on May 4, 2026.
  • Next Steps: Committee review, potential amendments, and subsequent floor votes in the Assembly; if passed, moves to the Senate (or other required processes) per New Jersey’s legislative rules.
  • Implementation Timeline: The bill text would typically specify phased implementation (e.g., initial inspections within a set number of months, campaign rollout timeline) and recurring intervals for re-inspection or annual reporting. The summary here reflects common practice; exact dates and milestones will be defined in the final bill language.

Notes

  • Co-sponsor: Shama Haider.
  • The summary reflects the bill’s stated purpose to inspect traffic signs and create a public awareness campaign; the final statutory language will detail inspection methods, reporting formats, funding, enforcement mechanisms, and specific timelines.

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

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