This bill amends New Jersey's affordable housing laws to include certain South Korean veterans who served as allies with U.S. forces during the Vietnam conflict. It defines "disabled veteran" and "veteran" to explicitly cover South Korean veterans who are New Jersey residents, served in Vietnam as U.S. allies, and have a service-connected disability recognized by South Korea's equivalent to the U.S. Veterans Administration. These veterans will now qualify for the same housing preference priority system as U.S. disabled veterans, placing them in the second priority tier (after homeless veterans). The change expands existing eligibility under current housing programs without creating new funding or altering income requirements.
This bill (A4400) amends New Jersey law to waive inspection fees for municipally owned affordable housing developments. It specifically allows the commissioner to waive fees if a unit has already undergone a thorough municipal inspection within the prior 12 months. The waiver applies directly to local government-owned affordable housing properties, reducing administrative costs for these developments. This change modifies existing fee structures under P.L.1967, c.76, without altering inspection requirements.
This bill prohibits New Jersey financial institutions (state-chartered banks, mortgage companies, and credit unions) from requiring disabled veterans or their surviving spouses to disclose annual property tax obligations when applying for a mortgage on their primary residence. It applies specifically to "qualified veterans" (100% service-connected disability) and their surviving spouses who qualify for the disabled veterans' property tax exemption. Financial institutions must instead obtain a certification from the municipal assessor confirming the applicant meets all exemption eligibility requirements except property ownership (for new homes) or including ownership (for refinancing). The bill streamlines the mortgage process by removing this tax disclosure requirement, using a standardized form for assessor certifications.
This bill provides a temporary tax credit for New Jersey residents who are either first-time homebuyers (purchasing a home in 2019, 2020, or 2021) or seniors aged 65+ during the tax year. Eligible taxpayers receive a credit equal to 25% of their property taxes paid on their primary home, capped at $2,500 per year. The credit reduces income tax liability, and any unused portion is refunded directly to the taxpayer. The credit applies only for tax years 2019 through 2021, offering short-term relief for qualifying homeowners.
This bill establishes a one-year pilot program in Hudson County to provide financial support to homeless youth aged 18-24. It authorizes a one-time $5,000 payment plus a $1,200 monthly cash stipend for nine months to 50 eligible participants, with stipends explicitly excluded from income calculations for public assistance programs. The program requires wraparound services like housing navigation, financial coaching, and mental health support to address housing instability. The Commissioner of Labor and Workforce Development must evaluate the pilot and submit a report to the legislature within six months of its conclusion.
This bill would have allowed New Jersey municipalities to create dedicated "Municipal Homelessness Trust Funds" by adding a $5 fee to existing fines (like parking tickets). It required towns to adopt a homeless housing plan - developed with community groups - to address local homelessness through permanent housing solutions, rental assistance, and prevention programs. Funds would have been used exclusively for housing initiatives within four years, with unspent money transferred to the state for community-based organizations. The bill was withdrawn in January 2026 after similar provisions were enacted in P.L. 2025, c. 348.
This bill prohibits landlords or property managers from charging residential tenants for real estate brokerage services related to rental agreements. It directly affects renters in New Jersey who would otherwise pay fees for services like agent commissions or listing costs typically associated with securing a rental unit. The law amends existing real estate regulations to ban these charges, ensuring tenants only pay rent and standard fees outlined in their lease, not brokerage-related costs. This policy change applies to all residential rental transactions under New Jersey law.
This bill requires county recording offices to notify property owners if a quitclaim deed is submitted for recording on their property, giving owners a 10-12 business day window to review the transaction before it's recorded. Property owners can proactively request this notification by providing contact details (mail or email) to the county office. The bill mandates that recording officers delay finalizing the deed for at least 10 business days after sending the notification, aiming to prevent fraudulent transfers. It directly affects property owners and county recording officers, adding a verification step specifically for quitclaim deeds.
This non-binding resolution urges the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Secretary to prioritize transitional housing programs. It specifically targets homeless individuals and families, with special emphasis on survivors of domestic violence who face barriers to permanent housing. Transitional housing provides up to 24 months of safe shelter alongside support services like financial counseling, job training, and mental health resources. The resolution highlights that current emergency shelters often limit stays to 90 days and that over half of domestic violence victims needing housing assistance do not receive it.
This bill requires landlords in senior citizen housing projects to provide tenants with a written explanation when increasing rent. The explanation must detail why the increase is fair (not "unconscionable"), confirm compliance with local rent laws, and list specific property expenses that justified the increase. It applies only to tenants living in housing projects specifically designated as "senior citizen housing" under existing law. Landlords must provide this written notice alongside any rent increase notice, enhancing transparency for senior renters.
