"Penny's Law"; requires DEP to develop beach accessibility guidelines for persons with disabilities.
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This bill, designated as "Penny's Law," requires the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) to create guidelines for making beaches accessible to people with disabilities. The DEP will work with the Department of Human Services and disability organizations to develop recommendations for features like ramps, restrooms, and parking. These guidelines will be publicly available and shared with counties and municipalities that manage beaches.
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