This bill mandates that the South Jersey Transportation Authority (SJTA) automatically suspend toll collection on the Atlantic City Expressway for any section located east of the Garden State Parkway when U.S. Route 40 is closed at any point east of the Garden State Parkway. The intent of this legislation is to provide relief to motorists who rely on U.S. Route 40, which is a critical route that can be affected by flooding and other closures, thereby limiting efficient travel options to and from Atlantic City and Pleasantville.

The bill is designed to take effect immediately upon enactment, ensuring that the toll suspension is implemented promptly in response to any closures of U.S. Route 40. This measure aims to alleviate the financial burden on drivers who would otherwise have to pay tolls during such disruptions, thereby enhancing accessibility and mobility in the region.