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NJ S1318

NJ S1318
Clarifies process for administrative appropriations to UEZs; makes appropriation.


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Introduced
01/09/2024
In Committee
01/09/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
01/09/2024
Dead
01/09/2024

Introduced Session

2024-2025 Regular Session

Bill Summary

This bill clarifies the process for appropriating revenue under the State Urban Enterprise Zone (UEZ) Program for use within UEZs. Specifically, this bill clarifies this process by: (1) requiring the revenues collected in UEZs from retail sales subject to the 50 percent sales tax exemption to be deposited in the Zone Assistance Fund (ZAF); (2) providing that the UEZ revenue flows directly to the ZAF; (3) appropriating $82.5 million to the ZAF from the General Fund; (4) excluding the sales of medical and recreational cannabis, and related supplies from the 50 percent sales tax exemption within UEZs, as is currently the case for alcoholic beverages and other goods and services; and (5) making certain technical changes.

AI Summary

This bill clarifies the process for appropriating revenue under the State Urban Enterprise Zone (UEZ) Program for use within UEZs. Specifically, it requires the revenues collected in UEZs from retail sales subject to the 50 percent sales tax exemption to be deposited in the Zone Assistance Fund (ZAF). It also appropriates $82.5 million to the ZAF from the General Fund and excludes the sales of medical and recreational cannabis, and related supplies from the 50 percent sales tax exemption within UEZs, as is currently the case for alcoholic beverages and other goods and services. The bill also makes certain technical changes to the UEZ program.

Committee Categories

Business and Industry

Sponsors (3)

Last Action

Withdrawn Because Approved P.L.2023, c.282. (on 01/09/2024)

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