For Immediate
Release:
October 24, 2025
Monmouth County Commissioners propose
resolution to support New Jersey Bill S1990
FREEHOLD, NJ — The Monmouth County Board of County
Commissioners has requested that a resolution be drafted for consideration at its
next meeting in support of New Jersey Senate Bill 1990.
The legislation would require transportation network
company (TNC) drivers to complete an anti-human trafficking training course.
The proposed training course would include an overview of human trafficking,
including how human trafficking is defined; guidance on the role TNC drivers
play in reporting and responding to human trafficking; and information on how
to report suspected human trafficking.
“The U.S. Bureau of Justice reports that thousands
of human trafficking incidents occur nationwide each year,” said Commissioner
Dominick “Nick” DiRocco. “Unfortunately, Monmouth County is not immune to the
dangers posed by these criminal acts and our residents are at risk of
exploitation. Accordingly, it is
critical that certain companies that facilitate transportation services within
our County ensure that their employees are trained to recognize, respond to,
and report signs of human trafficking.”
The bill passed the Assembly in January and has since
been referred to the Senate Transportation Committee, with no further movement
in the State Senate.
“My fellow Commissioners and I recognize the
potentially life-saving impact this training can have on both our residents and
visitors,” said Commissioner Director Thomas A. Arnone. “As a year-round
tourism destination, Monmouth County welcomes thousands of people each day who
rely on TNC drivers. This bill represents a vital step toward protecting our
community, and I will continue to advocate for our state legislators to uphold
their responsibility to the people they serve and pass this legislation.”
The Board has indicated that it is considering other
measures that can be taken to protect residents with respect to these
transportation network services.
More information about S1990 can be found at njleg.state.nj.us.
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