Maddy summaryACR 46 proposes a constitutional amendment to prohibit exclusionary zoning practices that block affordable housing development for low- and moderate-income residents. It directly affects New Jersey municipalities by banning zoning rules (like single-family-only restrictions) that prevent diverse housing options, without requiring towns to build affordable units themselves. The amendment clarifies that municipalities cannot use exclusionary zoning but also removes any obligation to construct or fund housing, ending lawsuits that previously forced specific housing projects. This change aims to resolve longstanding legal disputes over housing access while maintaining the state's commitment to non-discriminatory zoning. The amendment requires voter approval at the next general election.
Asm. Greg McGuckin
Sponsored bills
Maddy summaryNew Jersey's A1050 requires the state to annually reimburse municipalities for the full cost of granting disabled veterans a total property tax exemption. The bill mandates that the state pay each municipality 102% of the tax revenue lost due to these exemptions (covering both the tax value and administrative costs), based on data certified by local tax assessors and county boards. This directly affects all New Jersey municipalities that currently absorb the financial impact of this state-mandated exemption, which currently forces some communities to raise other taxes or cut services. The bill shifts this financial burden from local governments to the state, addressing inequities where municipalities with more disabled veterans face disproportionate costs.
Maddy summaryThis bill (A3005) adjusts New Jersey's $6,000 veterans' income tax exemption to keep pace with inflation. It directly affects honorably discharged veterans who file New Jersey taxes and claim this exemption. The bill requires the exemption amount to automatically increase each year based on the Chained Consumer Price Index (C-CPI-U) for the 12 months ending August 31 of the prior year. If inflation is zero, the exemption amount remains unchanged for that tax year. This change ensures the exemption's real value doesn't diminish over time due to rising costs.
Maddy summaryThis bill creates a dedicated "Subaccount for School Funding Protection" within New Jersey's Property Tax Relief Fund. It requires the State Treasurer to deposit annually, by December 31, at least 50% of any excess revenue collected in the Property Tax Relief Fund above the Governor's certified estimate. The subaccount can only be accessed to protect school funding during economic emergencies or if Property Tax Relief Fund revenues fall short of projections, preventing cuts to school aid. It cannot be used for general state spending unless specific conditions are met, such as a projected revenue decline exceeding 2% or a declared emergency affecting schools. This directly safeguards public school funding during economic downturns.