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NJ A4019
NJ A4019"Cost Savings on Energy Saving Purchases Act"; exempts sales of energy-saving products and services from sales and use tax.
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Introduced
02/12/2026
02/12/2026
In Committee
02/12/2026
02/12/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026-2027 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill, designated as the "Cost Savings on Energy Saving Purchases Act," provides an exemption from the sales and use tax for the retail sale of energy-saving products and services, including, but not limited to, insulation, LED light bulbs, window caulk, furnace filters, weather stripping, light colored roof shingles, reflective roofing tar or paint, window and door insulation kits, ductwork sealing and repair products, heating and cooling system tune-up services, and tankless water heaters. Under the bill, the term "energy-saving products and services" is defined as any product or service that is primarily designed and marketed to reduce energy consumption in residential and commercial buildings. The bill also provides specific definitions for items that are considered energy-saving products or services for purposes of the bill.
AI Summary
This bill, known as the "Cost Savings on Energy Saving Purchases Act," aims to reduce energy consumption by exempting the sale of various energy-saving products and services from state sales and use tax. This exemption applies to items like insulation, LED light bulbs, window caulk, furnace filters, weather stripping, light-colored roof shingles, reflective roofing materials, window and door insulation kits, ductwork sealing and repair products, heating and cooling system tune-up services, and tankless water heaters. The bill defines "energy-saving products and services" broadly as anything primarily designed and marketed to lower energy use in homes and businesses, and it provides specific definitions for each of the listed items to clarify what qualifies for the tax exemption. The act takes effect immediately and applies to sales made after the second month following its enactment.
Committee Categories
Transportation and Infrastructure
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Telecommunications and Utilities Committee (on 02/12/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2026/A4019 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/A4500/4019_I1.HTM |
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