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NJ A4117
NJ A4117Lowers age of eligibility for surviving spouse under homestead property tax reimbursement program.
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Introduced
02/19/2026
02/19/2026
In Committee
02/19/2026
02/19/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026-2027 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill lowers the minimum age for a surviving spouse of an eligible claimant to maintain their eligibility to receive a homestead property tax reimbursement upon the death of the eligible claimant. The current minimum age is 65. The bill changes the minimum age to 62. The bill is retroactive to January 1, 2020. Informally known as the "senior freeze," the homestead property tax reimbursement provides eligible senior citizens and disabled persons with a benefit to compensate for increases in property taxes.
AI Summary
This bill lowers the minimum age for a surviving spouse to qualify for the homestead property tax reimbursement program, often referred to as the "senior freeze," which helps eligible seniors and disabled individuals offset increases in their property taxes. Previously, a surviving spouse had to be at least 65 years old to continue receiving this benefit after their spouse passed away, but this bill changes that requirement to age 62. This change is retroactive, meaning it applies to claims dating back to January 1, 2020.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly State and Local Government Committee (on 02/19/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2026/A4117 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/A4500/4117_I1.HTM |
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