11/29/06-The Senate Economic Growth Committee voted by unanimous consent Monday, Nov. 27, to advance a bill that would require state departments to study the effect of existing regulation on small businesses, including trucking operations.
Departments also would be required to study the effect of any existing regulations before they are readopted. In New Jersey, most state regulations expire five years following implementation, and must be renewed.
Sponsored by Assemblyman Guy Gregg, R-Sussex, A2327 defines small businesses as those with fewer than 100 full-time employees or having gross annual sales of less than $6 million. It also sets out a process that allows small businesses to file a petition or appeal if they are “adversely affected economically” by regulations.
The bill, which already passed the Assembly, now heads to the full Senate.
For bill status, call (609) 292-4840. In New Jersey, call 1-800-792-8630.