Asm. Nancy Muñoz

Maddy summaryThis bill reduces the number of manufacturing jobs required for businesses to qualify for New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA) financing and incentive programs. Specifically, it lowers the requirement from 250 to 125 full-time manufacturing jobs for businesses relocating under the sales tax exemption program, and from 250 to 188 full-time jobs (with at least 33% in manufacturing) for Urban Enterprise Zone manufacturers. The bill also reduces the manufacturing job requirement by 50% for the GROW NJ tax credit program while maintaining the same requirement for non-manufacturing jobs. These changes directly affect manufacturing businesses seeking NJEDA incentives by lowering the job creation threshold for eligibility.

Maddy summaryThis bill would require New Jersey to annually adjust its income tax brackets for inflation using the national consumer price index (CPI-U), preventing "bracket creep" where inflation alone pushes taxpayers into higher tax brackets without real income growth. The Director of the Division of Taxation would calculate these annual adjustments based on the CPI-U measure. This change would affect all New Jersey residents who pay state income tax by ensuring their tax brackets keep pace with rising prices. The bill follows the same model used for federal income tax brackets, which has been in place since the 1980s.

Maddy summaryThis bill eliminates an exception in New Jersey's Smoke-Free Air Act that previously allowed smoking in casinos and simulcasting facilities. It would require these venues to become smoke-free, meaning no smoking would be permitted inside for employees, patrons, or visitors. The change directly affects casino operators, staff, and customers at all New Jersey casinos and simulcasting facilities (such as those with slot machines, table games, or dedicated seating for betting). This policy shift extends the existing indoor smoking ban to these locations, removing a long-standing exemption.

Maddy summaryACR 31 is a New Jersey legislative resolution applying to Congress for an Article V Convention of States. It seeks to propose constitutional amendments limiting federal government powers, imposing fiscal restraints on spending, and restricting terms of office for federal officials and members of Congress. The resolution is a continuing application, meaning it remains in effect until two-thirds of U.S. states make similar requests on the same issue. This is a procedural step, not a law; it does not change existing federal policy but requests Congress convene a convention to consider specific constitutional amendments.

Maddy summaryThis bill would extend New Jersey's tax treatment of health savings accounts (HSAs) to mirror federal tax treatment. It would allow New Jersey taxpayers to deduct HSA contributions that are deductible for federal income tax purposes, exclude HSA growth from gross income, and exempt qualified medical expense distributions from NJ taxation. The bill would apply to individuals covered by high-deductible health plans, which require minimum deductibles ($1,000 for self-only coverage, $2,000 for family coverage) and have out-of-pocket maximums ($5,000 for self-only, $10,000 for family). This would align New Jersey tax law with federal law for HSAs, which currently provide tax advantages not available under NJ gross income tax.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires New Jersey's Board of Public Utilities (BPU) to consider energy security, diversity, and affordability when developing the state's Energy Master Plan. It mandates that the BPU conduct detailed economic and ratepayer impact analyses for all energy generation projects before approval, including cost breakdowns for infrastructure and financial effects on ratepayers. The plan must limit intermittent energy sources (like wind and solar) to no more than 50% of the state's energy mix. All analyses must use open-source modeling, include 30 days of public comment, and be published online for 10 years. These changes directly affect energy developers, ratepayers, and the BPU's planning process.

Maddy summaryThis bill creates a refundable tax credit for New Jersey residents who pay for care of qualifying elderly relatives. It allows eligible caregivers to claim 22.5% of up to $3,000 in qualified care expenses (such as home health services, adult day care, or home modifications) paid for a senior family member who is 60+ (or 50+ with Social Security Disability) and meets income requirements. To qualify, caregivers must have gross income under $100,000 (or $50,000 for certain filing statuses), and the credit is refundable - meaning it can be paid as cash if it exceeds tax liability. The credit applies to expenses not reimbursed by insurance or government programs and is in addition to any dependent deductions claimed.

Maddy summaryThis bill (A3193) requires New Jersey's Adjutant General to create a program helping veterans access evaluation and treatment for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) or total brain injury directly linked to military service. The program must provide support services like transportation, guidance, assistance filing disability claims, and help updating discharge status. It specifically covers veterans who served in the U.S. Armed Forces or Reserve components, including the New Jersey National Guard. The Adjutant General must develop this program in coordination with relevant state departments and agencies.

Maddy summaryThis bill adds specific illicit fentanyl derivatives - including furanyl fentanyl, 3-methylfentanyl, carfentanyl, and others - to Schedule I of New Jersey's Controlled Dangerous Substances Act. It directly affects individuals or entities manufacturing, distributing, or possessing these unapproved fentanyl-related substances, which are classified as having high abuse potential and no accepted medical use. The bill codifies an existing emergency rule (from 2016-2017) that temporarily added these substances to Schedule I, making the designation permanent under state law. Prescription fentanyl remains classified as Schedule II, as it has accepted medical uses under strict regulation. This change does not alter current penalties for Schedule I violations, which range from third-degree to second-degree crimes based on quantity.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires the state to reimburse New Jersey municipalities for costs incurred when providing emergency services (like police, fire, or rescue) on state or federal highways following accidents or natural disasters. Municipalities can claim up to $1,500 per incident or $20,000 annually, with the state fund covering costs for both paid personnel and volunteer emergency organizations. The Highway Accident Property Tax Relief Fund, established within the Department of Community Affairs, will be funded through annual state appropriations and by taking over municipalities' rights to seek reimbursement from drivers or their insurance carriers. Claims must be submitted annually, and the state must reimburse approved claims within one fiscal year after submission, with annual reports to the legislature on usage.