New JerseyA4050221st Legislature (2026-2027)HouseWALLET

Concerns facilities used by applicants for new motor vehicle dealer licenses.*

Sponsored By: Anthony M. Bucco (Republican), Joseph A. Lagana (Democratic), Erik Peterson (Republican), William W. Spearman (Democratic)

Signed by Governor

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Bill Overview

Analyzed Economic Effects

2 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 1 costs, 0 mixed.

New vehicle dealers face facility rules

Beginning July 30, 2026, New Jersey applicants for new vehicle dealer licenses must have a permanent in-state business building. It must contain at least 1,000 square feet, mainly for servicing or displaying vehicles. Applicants must also provide equipment needed to service vehicles under state law and rules. Service space can be attached to the business, elsewhere on the same property, or at an off-site facility. Off-site facilities must be in New Jersey, within the relevant market area, used only for vehicle servicing, and follow state off-site facility law.

Temporary licenses help new vehicle dealers

Beginning July 30, 2026, New Jersey's Motor Vehicle Commission must issue temporary new vehicle dealer licenses for substantially complete applications. Only signed franchise and lease agreements, required closing letters, the inspection report, and permanent signs may remain outstanding. Applicants must show control of the site and certify that missing items are ordered and being obtained. A signed lease can be submitted after closing. Licenses last 90 days, with one discretionary extension of up to 90 more days and no extra issuance fee.

Sponsors & Cosponsors

Cosponsors

Anthony Angelozzi
Democratic • House
Linda S. Carter
Democratic • House
Kristin M. Corrado
Republican • Senate
Aura K. Dunn
Republican • House
Dawn Fantasia
Republican • House
Antwan L. McClellan
Republican • House
Tennille R. McCoy
Democratic • House
William B. Sampson IV
Democratic • House
Gerry Scharfenberger
Republican • House
Erik K. Simonsen
Republican • House
Latham Tiver
Republican • Senate

Roll Call Votes

All Roll Calls

Yes: 197 • No: 0

Senate vote • 6/30/2026

3RDG FINAL PASSAGE

Yes: 40 • No: 0

House vote • 6/30/2026

CONCUR IN SA

Yes: 78 • No: 0

House vote • 6/11/2026

3RDG FINAL PASSAGE

Yes: 79 • No: 0

Actions Timeline

Approved by Governor — P.L.2026, c.63.
7/30/2026Governor
Passed Assembly, PBH — (78-0-0)
6/30/2026House
Received in Assembly, 2RAC
6/30/2026House
Passed Senate — (40-0)
6/30/2026Senate
Substituted for S1423 (1R)
6/30/2026Senate
REP/SCA, 2nd Reading in Senate
6/28/2026Senate
Received in Senate, Referred to Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee
6/11/2026Senate
Passed Assembly — (79-0-0)
6/11/2026House
Reported, 2nd Reading in Assembly
6/8/2026House
REP/ACA, Referred to Assembly Appropriations Committee
6/1/2026House
Introduced, 1st Reading in Assembly, Referred to Assembly Transportation and Independent Authorities Committee
2/12/2026House

Bill Text

Version AL2026
10/15/2026
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Senate Budget and Appropriations (6/28/26 2R)
7/1/2026
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Senate Budget and Appropriations Substitute (6/28/26 1R)
6/29/2026
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Assembly Transportation and Independent Authorities (6/1/26 1R)
6/12/2026
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6/11/26; 1R
6/11/2026
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Assembly Appropriations Substitute (6/8/26 1R)
6/9/2026
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Assembly Transportation and Independent Authorities Substitute (6/1/26)
6/2/2026
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As Introduced
5/29/2026
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