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Read. Follow. Verify.New Jersey authorizes farm-use utility task vehicles on public roadways for an annual fee
Last action · January 13, 2026: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Agriculture and Natural Resources CommitteeSponsors: Dawn Fantasia and 2 others
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What This Bill Would Do
The State of New Jersey permits s used exclusively for non-hire farm operations to register with the for an annual fee of $5 and travel upon public highways under specific safety and operating regulations.
Farmers gain legal access to public roadways for s previously restricted or unregistered, subject to equipment, lighting, and speed limitations set by the Motor Vehicle Commission.
Who It Would Affect
Groups the bill's text would affect if enacted, as described in the record. Being affected is not a position for or against it.
Farmers and agricultural operators
Farmers are permitted to register utility task vehicles for an annual $5 fee to operate on public roadways for farm operations.
New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission
The chief administrator is tasked with registering the vehicles and establishing uniform rules and regulations for their operation.
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Currently in committee. The next step in the legislative lifecycle is Floor Vote.
Procedural history
1 action- Jan 13, 2026HouseIntroducedIntroduced, Referred to Assembly Agriculture and Natural Resources Committee
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