This bill mandates that the New Jersey Department of Transportation (DOT) ensure that all newly installed electric vehicle charging stations are accessible for independent use by drivers with disabilities within 18 months of the bill's effective date. It specifies that charging stations must be located on accessible routes and include features such as a vehicle charging space that is at least 11 feet wide and 20 feet long, along with an adjoining access aisle that is at least five feet wide. The bill also requires that chargers have accessible communication features and operable parts, complying with the federal Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Architectural Barriers Act (ABA) standards.

Additionally, the bill outlines various technical requirements for the design and operation of charging stations, including the need for clear floor or ground spaces that meet ADA criteria, accessible connectors that can be operated with one hand, and registration and payment systems that are compatible with contactless payment methods. The DOT is tasked with adopting necessary rules and regulations to implement these provisions, ensuring that both new and existing charging stations meet accessibility standards to the maximum extent feasible.