New JerseyAll New Jersey elevators would need standard keys for firefighters
State officials would require standard firefighter keys when elevators renew their inspection approval, extending a rule that currently covers new and rebuilt elevators.
What it does
All elevators, including older ones, would need to work with standard keys for firefighters as a condition of renewing their inspection approval.
Argument forStandard keys could help firefighters operate elevators during emergencies without searching for a key unique to each building.
Argument againstOwners of older elevators could face upgrade costs because renewing inspection approval would depend on their elevators working with standard firefighter keys.
More detail
The state community affairs commissioner would issue rules requiring elevators to work with standard firefighter keys. The requirement would cover all New Jersey elevators, including existing elevators that are not being rebuilt. Compliance would be a condition of renewing an elevator's inspection approval. If enacted, the law would take effect immediately. The commissioner would have six months to issue the elevator rules.
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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 19Introduced, Referred to Assembly Public Safety and Preparedness CommitteeIntroduced
Public Safety