New JerseyElevators would need to work with standard firefighter keys
State officials would require every elevator to work with standard firefighter keys when its inspection certificate comes up for renewal.
What it does
All elevators, including older ones, would need to work with standard firefighter keys to renew their inspection certificates. State officials would write the rules within six months.
Argument forFirefighters could operate more elevators with standard keys, which may help them respond inside buildings.
Argument againstOwners of older elevators may face equipment changes before they can renew their inspection certificates.
More detail
The Community Affairs commissioner would make rules requiring elevators to work with standard keys used by firefighters. The rules would cover all elevators, including those already in use. An elevator would have to meet the key rule to renew its inspection certificate. The rules would be due within six months after the law takes effect. The law would take effect immediately if enacted.
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Where it stands
- Introduced
- Passed 1st Chamber
- Passed 2nd Chamber
- To Governor
- Became Law
Looking ahead
No hearings or votes scheduled.
History
- 2026
- Oct 5Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Community and Urban Affairs CommitteeIntroduced
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