ACR 101 proposes a constitutional amendment to limit annual property tax increases for primary residences (homestead property) in New Jersey. If approved by voters, it would require the state legislature to cap annual assessment increases at the lower of 3% or the Consumer Price Index (CPI) change, whichever is lower. This applies to properties used as the owner's principal residence, resetting to current market value upon ownership change. The amendment must be approved by voters before taking effect, as it requires constitutional change.
This bill provides an additional $4.8 million in state funding to Jefferson Township Public Schools for operational costs. The supplemental appropriation directly supports the school district by closing a current budget shortfall in its day-to-day expenses. The funds will be added to New Jersey's education budget for the 2025-2026 fiscal year under the Department of Education's operational aid category. This targeted financial aid helps the district cover essential costs like staffing and utilities without requiring local tax increases.
This bill imposes new annual registration fees for electric vehicles in New Jersey: $300 for passenger EVs and $450 for commercial EVs starting July 2025, collected by the Motor Vehicle Commission. It reduces highway fuel tax rates from 10.5¢ to 7¢ per gallon for gasoline and 13.5¢ to 9¢ for diesel fuel. All fees and tax revenues will fund the state's Transportation Trust Fund. The bill also authorizes the Department of Transportation to conduct a study on alternative revenue sources for transportation infrastructure.
This bill creates a program where New Jersey's Economic Development Authority (EDA) awards grants to small businesses that closed for one month or more due to state or public infrastructure projects. To qualify, businesses must be independently owned with fewer than 10 employees, under $1.5 million in annual revenue, and prove economic loss from the closure. The EDA will determine grant amounts based on operating expenses during the closure, and the entity conducting the infrastructure project must contribute 0-5% of the project’s total cost to fund these grants. The EDA will manage applications, disburse funds, and establish reporting requirements for recipients.
This bill appropriates $75,000 from the General Fund to the Human Trafficking Survivor’s Assistance Fund, administered by the Attorney General’s Division of Criminal Justice. The funds must be used to provide direct services to trafficking survivors, promote awareness of human trafficking, and develop educational materials and training programs - consistent with existing law (P.L. 2013, c. 51). The fund is non-lapsing, meaning the money remains available until spent for these specific purposes. This supplemental appropriation directly supports victims and programs addressing human trafficking in New Jersey.
This bill creates two new types of state funding for New Jersey school districts: "Stabilization Aid" for districts facing reduced state aid or budget shortfalls, and "Education Rescue Grants" for districts that lost teaching staff. To qualify, districts must apply to the Commissioner of Education, with Stabilization Aid requiring a future funding plan and Rescue Grants covering only teacher salaries (not benefits) for rehiring or retraining. The aid supplements existing school funding under the 2008 School Funding Reform Act but does not change the overall funding formula. It directly affects school districts experiencing specific financial or staffing challenges, providing temporary relief until broader funding reforms are implemented.
ACR 84 proposes a constitutional amendment requiring New Jersey property tax assessors to reduce the assessed value of a homeowner's primary residence when they add living space specifically for eligible senior relatives. It directly affects homeowners who construct or reconstruct additions to house parents, grandparents, aunts, or uncles aged 62 or older. The tax reduction equals the cost of the addition or 20% of the property's total assessed value - whichever is lower - and applies from the tax year after voter approval until the last qualifying relative moves out or passes away. This policy change would automatically lower property taxes for qualifying homeowners without requiring additional applications or approvals.
This bill (A 738) expands New Jersey's Wounded Warrior Caregivers Relief Act to provide a tax credit for family caregivers of veterans with service-connected disabilities, regardless of when the disability occurred. It directly affects New Jersey residents who are relatives (up to third degree by blood) caring for a veteran who was honorably discharged and resides with them in New Jersey for at least six months of the year. The credit equals 100% of the veteran's federal disability compensation, capped at $675 per year, and applies to caregivers earning under $100,000 (jointly) or $50,000 (single). The bill revises the definition of "veteran" to include all honorably discharged veterans, not just those with disabilities from post-9/11 service. It was introduced on January 13, 2026, and refers to the Assembly Military and Veterans' Affairs Committee.
This bill adds $1.2 million in supplemental funding to the Community College Opportunity Grant program for the 2026 fiscal year. It directly supports low-income New Jersey community college students who meet specific criteria: enrolled in at least six credits, without a prior degree, with household income under $65,000 (or reduced awards for $65,001-$100,000), and who complete financial aid applications. The grant covers remaining tuition and approved fees not covered by other aid, up to 18 credits per semester. This funding ensures continued access to financial support for eligible students pursuing associate degrees.
This bill provides a $4 million supplemental appropriation from the General Fund to Hinchliffe Stadium Partners for developing and maintaining sports, entertainment, and tourism infrastructure at Paterson Great Falls National Park. The funds supplement an existing $900,000 fiscal year 2026 appropriation and require approval from the Division of Budget and Accounting. The measure directly affects Hinchliffe Stadium Partners and the park's infrastructure development. It does not create new policies but allocates existing state funds for specific facility improvements. (Note: The bill was withdrawn after being approved as part of another measure, P.L.2025, c.392.)
