This bill establishes a system for issuing temporary parking privileges to expectant mothers during their third trimester of pregnancy in New Jersey. It mandates that the chief of police in each municipality issue a temporary placard, valid for three months, to any expectant mother who is a resident of the state and has received written certification from qualified medical professionals. The placard allows the expectant mother to park overtime at metered spaces and use designated parking for persons with disabilities without needing a separate disability identification card.
The bill outlines the requirements for obtaining the placard, including the need for a standard certification form developed by the Chief Administrator of the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission in collaboration with local police chiefs. The fee for the issuance of the placard is set at $4. The legislation aims to provide convenience and support to expectant mothers during their third trimester by facilitating easier access to parking.