Bill
Bill > A2985
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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
With the exception of religious organizations and schools, tax exempt organizations that raise funds are subject to the payment of fees under the State's Charitable Registration and Investigation Act of 1994. Fees are based on the level of funds raised by the organization. For example, a volunteer fire company that raises between $100,000 and $500,000 in contributions would pay $150 in fees. Organizations which raise $25,000 or less are exempt from fees. This bill would exempt volunteer fire companies from payment of these fees. Roughly 750 fire organizations, which pay fees totaling approximately $52,000, would benefit.
AI Summary
This bill amends the Charitable Registration and Investigation Act of 1994 to exempt volunteer fire companies from paying registration fees, which are typically required for tax-exempt organizations that raise funds, with exceptions already in place for religious organizations and schools. These fees are usually based on the amount of money raised, but under this new provision, volunteer fire companies, whether organized under specific New Jersey statutes or constituted within a fire district, will no longer have to pay these fees, benefiting approximately 750 such organizations that currently contribute around $52,000 annually.
Committee Categories
Military Affairs and Security
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Public Safety and Preparedness Committee (on 01/13/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2026/A2985 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/A3000/2985_I1.HTM |
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