New Jersey 222nd Legislature Status: Introduced 2 D cosponsors

S 312 — Establishes measures to improve safety of scrap metal businesses.*

Last action — SUB BY

  1. 1
    Introduced
  2. 2
    In Committee
  3. 3
    Passed Senate
  4. 4
    Passed General Assembly
  5. 5
    To Executive
  6. 6
    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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Low chance

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Prognosis

Stalled 30% · moderate confidence

  • Introduced

    Current position in the legislative process.

  • 2 sponsors

    2 primary, 0 co-sponsors signed on.

  • Single-party support

    Sponsorship is currently within one party (2 D).

  • Cleared a recorded vote

    Passed 2 recorded votes so far.

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In plain language

This bill establishes safety measures for scrap metal businesses.

The bill introduces new safety requirements for businesses involved in scrap metal processing. It aims to enhance workplace safety and reduce risks associated with handling scrap materials.

What this means for you
  • Workers: This means enhanced safety standards that aim to protect workers in scrap metal businesses from accidents and injuries.

Summary

Scrap metal businesses-establish safety measures

Bill Text

What changed in the latest version

14 added · 12 removed

Plain-language change summary

The bill now specifies that the requirement to install and maintain heat detection equipment applies only to properties exceeding one acre or those that operate certain machinery, such as scrap grinders or shredders. Additionally, the maximum height for a single stockpile of noncombustible material has been increased from 55 feet to 202 feet. Lastly, the deadline related to an unspecified requirement has changed to the 48th month. These changes may affect compliance requirements for property owners and operational guidelines for storage of noncombustible materials.

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S312 1R SCS [First Reprint]   SENATE COMMITTEE SUBSTITUTE FOR SENATE, No.
S312 2R SCS [Second Reprint]   SENATE COMMITTEE SUBSTITUTE FOR SENATE, No.
  CURRENT VERSION OF TEXT      As amended by the Senate on May 28, 2026.
  CURRENT VERSION OF TEXT      As reported by the Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee on June 4, 2026, with amendments.
     b.    developing a fire safety plan in coordination with 1[the local] a1 fire 1[department]1 official or fire marshal, which shall be made in writing and publicly available upon request;
     b.    developing a fire safety plan in coordination with the 1[local] a1 fire 1[department]1 official or fire marshal, which shall be made in writing and publicly available upon request;
and      d.    confirming that the pile height of combustible material, noncombustible material, or a combination of each does not exceed 55 feet.
and      d.    confirming that the pile height of combustible material, noncombustible material, or a combination of each does not exceed 2[55] 202 feet.
a scrap metal business that maintains an unprepared metal shredder feedstock stockpile with over 200 tons in a single stockpile for any 24-hour period shall have until the first day of 1[48th] 24th1 month next following the date of enactment to install an on-site fire suppression system that can be remotely operated;
a scrap metal business that maintains an unprepared metal shredder feedstock stockpile with over 200 tons in a single stockpile for any 24-hour period shall have until the first day of 1[48th] 2[24th1] 48th2 month next following the date of enactment to install an on-site fire suppression system that can be remotely operated;
     b.    a scrap metal business that maintains an unprepared metal shredder feedstock stockpile with over 500 tons in a single stockpile for any 24-hour period shall have until the first day of 1[24th] 48th1 month next following the date of enactment to install an on-site fire suppression system that can be remotely operated.
     b.    a scrap metal business that maintains an unprepared metal shredder feedstock stockpile with over 500 tons in a single stockpile for any 24-hour period shall have until the first day of 1[24th] 2[48th1] 24th2 month next following the date of enactment to install an on-site fire suppression system that can be remotely operated.
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Action History

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  2. REP/SCA 2RS

  3. RCM SBA

  4. SA 2RS

  5. REP/SCS 2RS

  6. INT 1RS REF SCM

Sponsors

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2 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 118 not signed on · 5 voted No

Sponsors (2)

Co-sponsors (0)

None.

Not signed on (118)

118 members have not signed on to this bill.

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Votes

Committee vote — SBA

Passed 9 Yea · 4 Nay
Party YeaNayPresentNot Voting
Democrat 9000
Republican 0400
Total 9400
% of votes cast 69%31%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 Nay
O'Scanlon Jr., Declan J. Republican Nay
Steinhardt, Douglas J. Republican Nay
Testa Jr., Michael L. Republican Nay

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Subjects

public-safety labor
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Frequently asked questions

What does S 312 do?
Scrap metal businesses-establish safety measures
Who sponsors S 312?
S 312 is sponsored by Zwicker, Andrew (Democrat) and Cruz-Perez, Nilsa I. (Democrat).
What is the current status of S 312?
This bill has been introduced in the Senate. Introduced January 13, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
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