This bill amends existing New Jersey law to require all individuals, regardless of age, to wear a helmet while operating bicycles, roller skates, skateboards, and both non-motorized and motorized scooters. Previously, the helmet requirement applied only to individuals under 17 years of age. The bill also introduces new definitions for "scooter" and "motorized scooter," and mandates that helmets must meet specific safety standards. Additionally, it stipulates that businesses selling or renting these items must post signs informing customers of the helmet requirement and provide helmets to those who do not have one.

Furthermore, the bill expands the civil immunity provisions for businesses that comply with these helmet requirements, ensuring they are not liable for injuries sustained by users who fail to wear helmets. The bill maintains the existing provisions regarding the warning notices for bicycles, roller skates, and skateboards, while extending these requirements to scooters. It is important to note that the bill does not affect operators and patrons of roller skating rinks, as those are governed by separate legislation.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 39:4-10.1, 39:4-10.3, 39:4-10.5, 39:4-10.8, 39:4-10.9