New Jersey 222nd Legislature Status: Introduced 3 D cosponsors

S 2576 — Permits issuance of motorcycle endorsement to certain out-of-State military personnel.

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

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Prognosis

Stalled 32% · moderate confidence

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Odds of enactment

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  • Introduced

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  • 3 sponsors

    2 primary, 1 co-sponsors signed on.

  • Single-party support

    Sponsorship is currently within one party (3 D).

  • Cleared a recorded vote

    Passed 1 recorded vote so far.

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In plain language

This bill allows certain out-of-state military personnel to obtain a motorcycle endorsement in New Jersey.

The legislation permits members of the military, their spouses, and dependents serving outside New Jersey to receive a motorcycle endorsement. They must provide proof of completing a relevant safety course and will need to complete a road test upon returning to New Jersey.

What this means for you
  • Military Personnel: This means military members and their families can more easily obtain a motorcycle endorsement while stationed outside New Jersey.

Summary

Motorcycle license endorsement-issue to certain out-of-State military personnel

Bill Text

What changed in the latest version

17 added · 21 removed

Plain-language change summary

The amended bill now requires that individuals who receive a motorcycle endorsement while serving out of state must complete a road test within 30 days of returning to New Jersey on a permanent basis. Previously, individuals could receive the endorsement without the need to return to New Jersey, provided they documented their completion of a Motorcycle Safety Foundation Rider Education Course. This change introduces a requirement for a road test after returning, ensuring that returning individuals demonstrate their motorcycle riding skills before obtaining the endorsement.

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S2576 SENATE, No.
S2576 1R [First Reprint] SENATE, No.
  CURRENT VERSION OF TEXT      Introduced Pending Technical Review by Legislative Counsel.
  CURRENT VERSION OF TEXT      As reported by the Senate Military and Veterans' Affairs Committee on May 21, 2026, with amendments.
       1.    Notwithstanding the provisions of any law, rule, or regulation to the contrary, the chief administrator shall, upon written request, and receipt of payment of the fee established pursuant to subsection m.
       1.    1a.1  Notwithstanding the provisions of any law, rule, or regulation to the contrary, the chief administrator shall, upon written request, and receipt of payment of the fee established pursuant to subsection m.
     a.     successful completion of an approved Motor Cycle Safety Foundation (MSF) Rider Education Course, provided that the course is substantially similar to the course established pursuant to the provisions of section 1 of P.L.1991, c.452 (C.27:5F-36);
     1[a.] (1)1    successful completion of an approved Motor Cycle Safety Foundation (MSF) Rider Education Course, provided that the course is substantially similar to the course established pursuant to the provisions of section 1 of P.L.1991, c.452 (C.27:5F-36);
and      b.    assignment outside of the State.
and      1[b.] (2)1   assignment outside of the State.
       2.    This act shall take effect on the first day of the third month following enactment.
     1b.  Within 30 days of returning to New Jersey upon demobilization or return from duty or returning to the person’s New Jersey residence on a permanent, full-time basis, as appropriate, the person receiving a motorcycle endorsement pursuant to subsection a.
    STATEMENT        This bill allows out-of-State members of the military, spouses of those members, and their dependents, to receive a motorcycle endorsement for their valid New Jersey driver’s license while serving in another state without returning to New Jersey to retake a written or road test, or to complete another motorcycle safety course.
of P.L.    , c.     (C.        ) (pending before the Legislature as this bill) shall complete a road test for a motorcycle endorsement pursuant to R.S.39:3-10.1        2.    This act shall take effect on the first day of the third month following enactment.
     The bill requires the Chief Administrator of the Motor Vehicle Commission to issue the endorsement by mail if the person pays the fee, and provides documentation of the completion of an approved Motorcycle Safety Foundation (MSF) Rider Education Course.  The person is also required to provide documentation of the person’s assignment outside of the State.
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2 sponsors · 1 co-sponsors · 117 not signed on

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Co-sponsors (1)

Not signed on (117)

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Frequently asked questions

What does S 2576 do?
Motorcycle license endorsement-issue to certain out-of-State military personnel
Who sponsors S 2576?
S 2576 is sponsored by Johnson, Gordon M. (Democrat), Mukherji, Raj (Democrat), and Gopal, Vin (Democrat).
What is the current status of S 2576?
This bill has been introduced in the Senate. Introduced January 13, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
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