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NJ A1523

NJ A1523
Eliminates transfer inheritance taxes on brothers and sisters of a decedent.


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Introduced
01/13/2026
In Committee
01/13/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

2026-2027 Regular Session

Bill Summary

This bill amends the New Jersey transfer inheritance tax to eliminate the tax on brothers and sisters of a decedent for transfers made on or after January 1, 2022. Presently, transfers to brothers and sisters of a decedent are taxed according to the rate imposed on "Class C" beneficiaries, or at a rate of 11 to 16 percent depending on the amount transferred, with the first $25,000 exempt from taxation. This bill would effectively treat transfers to a brother or sister of a decedent on par with transfers to other immediate family members, including the spouse, domestic partner, civil union partner, father, mother, grandparent, or child of a decedent.

AI Summary

This bill amends New Jersey's transfer inheritance tax law to eliminate the tax on property transferred to a decedent's brothers and sisters for transfers made on or after January 1, 2022. Currently, such transfers are subject to a "Class C" tax rate, which ranges from 11% to 16% depending on the amount transferred, with the first $25,000 being exempt. By removing this tax, the bill treats transfers to siblings the same as those to other close family members like spouses, parents, grandparents, and children, who already benefit from more favorable tax treatment or exemptions.

Committee Categories

Business and Industry

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Introduced, Referred to Assembly Regulated Professions Committee (on 01/13/2026)

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