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This concurrent resolution proposes a constitutional amendment that would authorize municipal governing bodies to offer a property tax credit of up to 100 percent for the primary residence of active volunteer firefighters or first aid squad members who serve in the same municipality where their home is located. The proposed amendment aims to provide a financial incentive for recruiting and retaining volunteer first responders by potentially eliminating property taxes for these critical community volunteers. If approved by voters in a future general election, municipalities would have the option (but not the requirement) to adopt an ordinance granting such a tax credit. The resolution specifies that the volunteer must be an active member of a fire company or first aid squad that serves the specific municipality where their primary residence is situated. By offering this significant tax benefit, the resolution seeks to recognize the important contributions of volunteer emergency service providers and address potential challenges in maintaining volunteer emergency response capabilities in local communities.

Housing and Urban Affairs

https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2024/SCR53