This bill amends the definition of "paratransit service" across various sections of New Jersey law, expanding it to include any transportation service that is not fixed route transportation service or motorbus regular route service. The current law specifically excludes private or charter services provided by taxicabs, limousines, or transportation network companies from the definition of paratransit service. The proposed changes remove this exclusion, thereby broadening the scope of what constitutes paratransit service.

By eliminating the exclusion of private and charter services, the bill aims to allow paratransit service operators, including the New Jersey Transit Corporation, to engage with a wider range of service providers. This could potentially enhance the availability and flexibility of transportation options for individuals with disabilities and senior citizens, as it opens the door for partnerships with providers that were previously disqualified under the existing law. The bill is set to take effect immediately upon passage.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 27:25-37, 27:25-3, 27:25A-3