This bill amends current New Jersey law to recognize individuals who hold a disabled veteran or Purple Heart license plate or placard as persons with disabilities. Specifically, it adds a new definition to the existing law, stating that these individuals are considered persons with disabilities and are entitled to park in designated parking spaces for persons with disabilities. The bill also clarifies that holders of these special plates or placards are not required to obtain a separate disability identification card or any additional special license plates to utilize these parking spaces, as long as they display their valid, unexpired disabled veteran or Purple Heart license plate or placard.

In summary, the legislation aims to simplify parking access for disabled veterans and Purple Heart recipients by allowing them to use disability-designated parking without additional requirements. This change is intended to honor their service and ensure they have the necessary accommodations while promoting ease of access to parking facilities. The bill is set to take effect immediately upon passage.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 39:4-204