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NJ SR36
NJ SR36Urges Congress to exempt unemployment insurance and certain leave benefits from federal taxation.
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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
This Senate Resolution urges Congress to exempt from taxation unemployment insurance benefits, family temporary disability leave benefits, and temporary disability leave benefits. While the State of New Jersey does not tax these benefits, the federal government does tax them. Individuals who are on leave from work due to illness or injury or due to caring for a family member who is injured or ill are not in a position to pay taxes on limited incomes. Likewise, individuals who are out of work due to unemployment are already struggling to make ends meet, and should not be further burdened with the taxation of their unemployment benefits.
AI Summary
This resolution urges Congress to exempt unemployment insurance benefits, family temporary disability leave benefits, and temporary disability leave benefits from federal taxation. These benefits are provided to individuals who are out of work due to unemployment, caring for a sick family member or a newborn, or experiencing a personal illness or injury that prevents them from working. While the State of New Jersey does not tax these benefits, the federal government does, which this resolution argues places an unfair financial burden on individuals who are already in vulnerable financial situations and struggling to make ends meet.
Committee Categories
Labor and Employment
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Labor 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/SR36 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/SR/36_I1.HTM |
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