This bill mandates that the Department of Transportation (DOT) consult with the Department of Agriculture and County Agriculture Development Boards when creating the Annual Transportation Capital Program. Specifically, the DOT is required to develop a methodology to account for the transportation infrastructure needs identified by these agricultural entities and to integrate these needs into its infrastructure management systems, which are used to assess transportation infrastructure conditions and identify potential projects.

The intent of the bill is to ensure that the transportation infrastructure surrounding New Jersey's farmland is adequately addressed, thereby supporting the productivity and viability of the state's agricultural sector. By making targeted investments in transportation infrastructure that benefits agriculture, the bill aims to sustain farming as a viable industry in New Jersey and contribute positively to the overall economy.