Legislation sponsored by Senate Republican Leader Anthony M. Bucco (R-25) was signed into law by Acting Governor Tahesha Way, mandating that the New Jersey Department of Transportation (DOT) include detailed pothole data in its annual Roadway Pavement System report.
“Every day, New Jerseyans navigate a challenging network of roads thar are often littered with potholes to commute across our state,” said Sen. Bucco. “Now that this bill has become law, we are taking a crucial step towards improving road safety and increasing transportation transparency for Garden State commuters.”
The new law requires the DOT to report on the number of potholes filled, the total cost associated with repairs, and the number of damage claims filed by commuters due to potholes on state roads. This information will be included alongside updates on other road repairs and maintenance projects completed during the fiscal year.
Additionally, these details will be made available to the public through the DOT’s website.
The full text of bill S-862 is accessible online.
