New Jersey 222nd Legislature Status: Introduced Bipartisan · 4 D · 4 R cosponsors

S 149 — Authorizes creation of "250th Anniversary Revolutionary War" license plates.

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    Introduced
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    In Committee
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    Passed Senate
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    Passed General Assembly
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    To Executive
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    Enacted

This bill has been introduced in the Senate. Introduced January 13, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.

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Odds of enactment

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Prognosis

Advancing 54% · moderate confidence

  • Introduced

    Current position in the legislative process.

  • 8 sponsors

    2 primary, 6 co-sponsors signed on.

  • Bipartisan support

    Sponsored across 2 parties (4 D · 4 R) — cross-party backing.

  • Cleared a recorded vote

    Passed 2 recorded votes so far.

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In plain language

The bill allows for the creation of special license plates to commemorate the 250th Anniversary of the Revolutionary War.

This legislation authorizes the design and issuance of unique license plates to mark the 250th Anniversary of the Revolutionary War. These plates will serve as a way to honor and recognize this significant historical event.

Summary

250th Anniversary Revolutionary War-authorize creation of license plates

Bill Text

What changed in the latest version

14 added · 14 removed

Plain-language change summary

The bill now specifies that the funds from the 250th Anniversary Revolutionary War license plate will be used to support and preserve heritage tourism sites throughout New Jersey, rather than just Revolutionary War sites. Additionally, the text clarifies the conditions for holding and managing these funds, ensuring they are in interest-bearing accounts and can be invested as approved by the State Treasurer. This change emphasizes the broader purpose of the fund in promoting tourism while outlining financial management practices.

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S149 1R [First Reprint] SENATE, No.
S149 2R [Second Reprint] SENATE, No.
  CURRENT VERSION OF TEXT      As reported by the Senate Transportation Committee on May 11, 2026, with amendments.
  CURRENT VERSION OF TEXT      As reported by the Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee on June 4, 2026, with amendments.
        1.   a.  Upon proper application, the Chief Administrator of the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission shall issue 250th Anniversary Revolutionary War license plates for any motor vehicle owned or leased and registered in the State.  In addition to the registration number and other markings or identification otherwise prescribed by law, the license plate shall display appropriate words or a slogan and an emblem representative of the American Revolutionary War.  The chief administrator shall select the design, including an emblem and color scheme, in consultation with 1the1 New Jersey 1[Historical Commission] Historic Trust1 in 1but not of1 the Department of 1[State] Community Affairs1.  The 250th Anniversary Revolutionary War license plates shall be subject to the provisions of chapter 3 of Title 39 of the Revised Statutes, except as hereinafter otherwise specifically provided.
        1.   a.  Upon proper application, the Chief Administrator of the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission shall issue 250th Anniversary Revolutionary War license plates for any motor vehicle owned or leased and registered in the State.  In addition to the registration number and other markings or identification otherwise prescribed by law, the license plate shall display appropriate words or a slogan and an emblem representative of the American Revolutionary War.  The chief administrator shall select the design, including an emblem and color scheme, in consultation with 1the1 New Jersey 1[Historical Commission] Historic Trust1 in 2,2 1but not of1 2,2 the Department of 1[State] Community Affairs1.  The 250th Anniversary Revolutionary War license plates shall be subject to the provisions of chapter 3 of Title 39 of the Revised Statutes, except as hereinafter otherwise specifically provided.
of this section.  Monies deposited in the fund shall be appropriated annually to support and preserve Revolutionary War sites throughout New Jersey.  Monies deposited in the fund shall be held in interest bearing accounts in public depositories as defined pursuant to section 1 of P.L.1970, c.236 (C.17:9-41), and may be invested or reinvested in such securities as are approved by the State Treasurer.  Interest or other income earned on monies deposited in the fund, and any monies 1[which] that1 may be appropriated or otherwise become available for the purposes of the fund, shall be credited to and deposited in the fund for use as set forth in this section.
of this section.  Monies deposited in the fund shall be appropriated annually to support and preserve 2[Revolutionary War] heritage tourism2 sites throughout New Jersey.  Monies deposited in the fund shall be held in interest bearing accounts in public depositories as defined pursuant to section 1 of P.L.1970, c.236 (C.17:9-41), and may be invested or reinvested in such securities as are approved by the State Treasurer.  Interest or other income earned on monies deposited in the fund, and any monies 1[which] that1 may be appropriated or otherwise become available for the purposes of the fund, shall be credited to and deposited in the fund for use as set forth in this section.
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2 sponsors · 6 co-sponsors · 112 not signed on

Sponsors (2)

Co-sponsors (6)

Not signed on (112)

112 members have not signed on to this bill.

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Votes

Committee vote — SBA

Passed 13 Yea · 0 Nay
Party YeaNayPresentNot Voting
Democrat 9000
Republican 4000
Total 13000
% of votes cast 100%0%0%0%
How each member voted (13)
Member Party Vote
Burgess, Renee C. Democrat Yea
Burzichelli, John J. Democrat Yea
Cruz-Perez, Nilsa I. Democrat Yea
Diegnan Jr., Patrick J. Democrat Yea
Greenstein, Linda R. Democrat Yea
Johnson, Gordon M. Democrat Yea
Ruiz, M. Teresa Democrat Yea
Sarlo, Paul A. Democrat Yea
Zwicker, Andrew Democrat Yea
Amato Jr., Carmen F. Republican Yea
O'Scanlon Jr., Declan J. Republican Yea
Steinhardt, Douglas J. Republican Yea
Testa Jr., Michael L. Republican Yea

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Frequently asked questions

What does S 149 do?
250th Anniversary Revolutionary War-authorize creation of license plates
Who sponsors S 149?
S 149 is sponsored by Space, Parker (Republican), Greenstein, Linda R. (Democrat), Johnson, Gordon M. (Democrat), Beach, James (Democrat), Tiver, Latham (Republican), Amato Jr., Carmen F. (Republican), Diegnan Jr., Patrick J. (Democrat), and Holzapfel, James W. (Republican).
What is the current status of S 149?
This bill has been introduced in the Senate. Introduced January 13, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
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