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NJ S52
NJ S52Authorizes local governments to impose convenience fees for accepting electronic payments.
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Introduced
01/09/2024
01/09/2024
In Committee
01/09/2024
01/09/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/12/2026
01/12/2026
Introduced Session
2024-2025 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill would authorize local government units to assess and collect a convenience fee of up to $3 for accepting an electronic payment, and clarifies that local units are also required to provide traditional payment options for those who prefer making payments via non-electronic means. The Supreme Court of New Jersey recently affirmed an Appellate Division decision ruling that the "Government Electronic Payment Acceptance Act" does not authorize the imposition of a convenience fee for accepting electronic payments, which several counties had been imposing. This bill would amend that law to authorize such fees in order to offset the administrative expenses borne by local government units in accepting electronic payments.
AI Summary
This bill would authorize local government units in New Jersey to assess and collect a convenience fee of up to $3 for accepting electronic payments, such as credit cards, debit cards, or electronic funds transfers. The bill aims to offset the administrative expenses incurred by local government units in accepting these electronic payment methods. Additionally, the bill requires local units that collect payments electronically to also provide the option for traditional payment methods, such as cash, check, or money order.
Committee Categories
Housing and Urban Affairs
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Community and Urban Affairs Committee (on 01/09/2024)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2024/S52 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2024/S0500/52_I1.HTM |
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