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NJ A1

NJ A1
Establishes Stay NJ property tax credit program; establishes Stay NJ Task Force; expands income limit and modifies ownership requirement for eligibility to receive homestead property tax reimbursement; enhances ANCHOR benefits for seniors; and makes appropriations.


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Introduced
05/25/2023
In Committee
06/28/2023
Crossed Over
06/30/2023
Passed
06/30/2023
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
06/30/2023

Introduced Session

2022-2023 Regular Session

Bill Summary

Establishes Stay NJ property tax credit program; establishes Stay NJ Task Force; expands income limit and modifies ownership requirement for eligibility to receive homestead property tax reimbursement; enhances ANCHOR benefits for seniors; and makes appropriations.

AI Summary

This bill: Establishes the "Stay NJ" property tax credit program, which provides eligible residents aged 65 or older with an annual credit equal to 50% of their property tax bill, up to a maximum of $6,500 in 2026 (with increases in subsequent years). Eligibility is based on owning a homestead in New Jersey and having a gross income of less than $500,000. The bill also establishes the "Stay NJ Task Force" to develop recommendations for consolidating existing property tax relief programs into a single, streamlined program. The bill expands income limits and modifies ownership requirements for the homestead property tax reimbursement program. Additionally, it enhances ANCHOR benefits for seniors by providing an additional $250 benefit for homeowners aged 65+ with income under $250,000 and tenants aged 65+ with income under $150,000. Appropriations are made to support the task force and outreach efforts.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance, Health and Social Services

Sponsors (15)

Last Action

Approved P.L.2023, c.75. (on 06/30/2023)

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