SENATE TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE

STATEMENT TO

SENATE, No. 1577

STATE OF NEW JERSEY

DATED:  MAY 6, 2024

      The Senate Transportation Committee reports favorably Senate Bill No. 1577.

      As reported, this bill requires the Department of Transportation (department) to maintain the roadways that surround the State capitol complex.  Specifically, the bill would require the maintenance of specific sections of West State Street, West Lafayette Street, Barrack Street, and Memorial Drive within the City of Trenton.  Maintenance of these roadways is required to include, but not be limited to, road paving and snow plowing.  To assist in fulfilling the bill’s requirements, the department may consult or contract with any State agency, county, or municipality that is responsible for maintaining the adjoining portion of each of the roadways.

      This bill was prefiled for introduction in the 2024-2025 session pending technical review.  As reported, the bill includes the changes required by technical review, which has been performed.