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 a card payment system or electronic funds transfer system. The bill emphasizes the necessity for local units to establish these payment systems for fees associated with the State Uniform Construction Code.

Additionally, the bill amends existing law to require local units to implement a card payment system and electronic funds transfer system for payments related to the State Uniform Construction Code. This requirement is to be enacted 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