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NJ A2227

NJ A2227
Provides gross income tax deduction to eligible educators and paraprofessionals for expense of classroom supplies.


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Introduced
02/07/2022
In Committee
11/27/2023
Crossed Over
05/25/2023
Passed
Dead
01/08/2024

Introduced Session

2022-2023 Regular Session

Bill Summary

Provides gross income tax deduction to eligible educators and paraprofessionals for expense of classroom supplies.

AI Summary

This bill provides a gross income tax deduction to eligible educators and paraprofessionals for the expenses they incur in purchasing classroom supplies, up to $250 per taxable year. Eligible educators include teachers, instructors, counselors, speech language specialists, and principals employed for at least 900 hours per school year in a public or private school in New Jersey. Paraprofessionals, defined as school or classroom aides who assist teaching staff, are also eligible for this deduction. The bill specifies that classroom supplies include books, computer equipment, and other educational materials, but excludes non-athletic supplies for health or physical education courses.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance, Education

Sponsors (14)

Last Action

Referred to Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee (on 11/27/2023)

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