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NJ ACR97
NJ ACR97Proposes constitutional amendment requiring Legislature to enact statute authorizing $200 property tax credit for primary residence of volunteer firefighter or first aid squad member.
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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 proposed constitutional amendment would require the Legislature to enact a statute entitling State residents, who have been for the entire tax year active members of a volunteer fire company or volunteer first aid or rescue squad or association, or active, volunteer members of a part-paid fire department, incorporated pursuant to State law and serving one or more counties or municipalities, to a credit of $200 against the property tax bill on their owner-occupied primary residence. Any statute enacted pursuant to this proposed amendment would require the State to annually reimburse municipalities for the total amount of property tax credits provided pursuant to this amendment.
AI Summary
This concurrent resolution proposes a constitutional amendment that would require the Legislature to pass a law granting a $200 property tax credit to residents who have been active volunteer firefighters or members of a volunteer first aid or rescue squad for the entire tax year, and who own and live in that property as their primary residence. The resolution also specifies that any law enacted under this amendment must ensure the State reimburses municipalities for the total amount of these tax credits, meaning local taxpayers would not bear the cost. This proposal aims to recognize and support the service of volunteer first responders by reducing their property tax burden.
Committee Categories
Military Affairs and Security
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Public Safety and Preparedness Committee (on 01/13/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2026/ACR97 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/ACR/97_I1.HTM |
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