This bill amends New Jersey's sexual assault laws to include specific provisions for transportation network company drivers and taxicab drivers. It establishes that if these drivers commit acts of sexual penetration or sexual contact against a passenger using coercion or without the passenger's affirmative and freely-given permission, they will be guilty of aggravated sexual assault or aggravated sexual contact, respectively. The bill specifies that aggravated sexual assault is classified as a crime of the first degree, punishable by 10-20 years of imprisonment and/or fines, while aggravated sexual contact is classified as a crime of the third degree, punishable by three to five years of imprisonment and/or fines.

The bill also introduces new legal definitions, including the definition of a transportation network company driver, which aligns with existing legislation. Additionally, it modifies existing statutes by deleting the previous reference to the seventh circumstance under which aggravated sexual assault can occur and replacing it with a new provision that specifically addresses the actions of transportation network company and taxicab drivers. This legislative change aims to enhance the protection of passengers and hold drivers accountable for any acts of sexual misconduct.