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NJ SCR53
NJ SCR53Proposes constitutional amendment to give $250 property tax deduction to law enforcement officers who have sustained permanent disability.
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Introduced
01/13/2026
01/13/2026
In Committee
01/13/2026
01/13/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026-2027 Regular Session
Bill Summary
If approved by the voters of the State, this proposed constitutional amendment would provide an annual $250 property tax deduction to law enforcement officers who have been permanently disabled as the result of their law enforcement service, and to their surviving spouses. The proposed amendment directs the Legislature to define the "law enforcement officers" eligible to receive the $250 property tax deduction.
AI Summary
This concurrent resolution proposes a constitutional amendment to grant a $250 annual property tax deduction to law enforcement officers who have suffered a permanent disability as a direct result of their service, and also to their surviving spouses under certain conditions, such as remaining unmarried and residing in the same primary residence, and being 65 years or older. The amendment directs the Legislature to define which law enforcement officers are eligible for this deduction, clarifying that the disability does not need to be total, only permanent. This proposal will be put to a vote by the state's residents at the next general election if approved by the Legislature.
Committee Categories
Housing and Urban Affairs
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Community and Urban Affairs Committee (on 01/13/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2026/SCR53 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/SCR/53_I1.HTM |
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