This bill mandates that construction contracts governed by the "Local Public Contracts Law" must permit contractors to pay fees imposed by enforcing agencies under the "State Uniform Construction Code" using electronic payment methods, specifically through a card payment system or electronic funds transfer. The bill emphasizes the need for local units to establish these electronic payment systems for such fees, ensuring a more efficient payment process for contractors.

Additionally, the bill amends existing law to require local units to establish both a card payment system and an electronic funds transfer system for payments related to the "State Uniform Construction Code Act." The establishment of these systems must be formalized through a resolution passed by the governing body of the local unit, which will outline the specific types of charges eligible for electronic payment. Notably, the bill specifies that credit card payments cannot be used for delinquent obligations or the redemption of liens.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 40A:5-45