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NJ A2971
NJ A2971Allows gross income tax deduction for 50% of contributions of $100 or more to domestic violence shelters.
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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 bill allows qualified New Jersey taxpayers to deduct from their gross income an amount equal to 50% of a contribution of $100 or more, made to a qualified domestic violence shelter. Under the provisions of the bill, the domestic violence shelters in the State would be required to provide the Director of the Division of Taxation with proof that they meet the standards to operate set forth by the Department of Human Services, pursuant to the "Shelters for Victims of Domestic Violence Act," P.L.1979, c.337 (C.30:14-1 et seq.).
AI Summary
This bill allows qualified New Jersey taxpayers to deduct 50% of any contribution of $100 or more made to a domestic violence shelter from their gross income, which is the total amount of income earned before taxes. To qualify for these donations, domestic violence shelters must prove to the Director of the Division of Taxation that they meet the operational standards set by the Department of Human Services, as established by the "Shelters for Victims of Domestic Violence Act." This new deduction will apply to taxable income starting from January 1st of the year following the bill's enactment.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Judiciary 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/A2971 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/A3000/2971_I1.HTM |
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