A 5706·NJ·house
Requires NJT and BPU to establish railroad right-of-way solar energy pilot program.
In CommitteeFiled Oct 22, 2026
Sponsor: Moen, William F., Jr.
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Introduced First Reading Assembly Referred to ATU
Oct 22, 2026
Summary
The bill directs New Jersey Transit (NJT) and the Board of Public Utilities (BPU) to create a pilot program that installs solar energy systems on railroad rights‑of‑way. The two agencies must work together to explore generating renewable power from these transportation corridors. This initiative aims to use otherwise idle land for clean energy production.
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