Asm. Mike Inganamort

Maddy summaryThis bill creates a 20% tax credit against New Jersey's corporate business tax for investments in qualifying manufacturing equipment and facility improvements (including renovation, modernization, or expansion) at manufacturing facilities located in the state. The credit applies to costs for equipment using advanced technology to produce tangible goods and facilities where over half the property is manufacturing equipment. Unused credits can be carried forward for up to seven years. The bill ensures these investments cannot also claim other existing tax credits like the New Jobs Investment Tax Credit.

Maddy summaryThis bill (A3163) would allow New Jersey residents to deduct charitable contributions made to qualifying New Jersey-based organizations from their state gross income tax. The deduction amount would mirror the federal deduction allowed under IRS Section 170 for the same contribution, regardless of whether the taxpayer claims the federal itemized deduction. It directly affects New Jersey taxpayers who donate to charities registered under New Jersey's Charitable Registration Act or exempt from it, provided the charity maintains a physical presence in the state (office, employees, services). The policy applies to contributions made in taxable years starting January 1 after enactment, pending legislative approval.

Maddy summaryThis bill changes New Jersey's primary election ballot design rules by making candidate position labels (like "1A") optional for county clerks instead of mandatory. Currently, clerks must label each candidate's position with a letter-number combination; this bill removes that requirement, allowing counties to choose whether to use such labels. The change directly affects county election officials who manage ballot formatting. The bill does not alter other ballot design standards, such as candidate arrangement by office or font requirements.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires municipalities to conduct cost-benefit analyses assessing how long-term property tax exemptions affect local government finances, including impacts on municipal revenues, tax revenues, and one-time/ongoing costs. It mandates that these analyses - and subsequent municipal resolutions approving or disapproving exemptions - be posted online within 30 days. The Department of Community Affairs must also create a statewide database compiling all approved exemptions and related financial data, sorted by municipality. These provisions apply to urban renewal projects seeking tax exemptions under existing law.

Maddy summaryThis bill (A1235) reduces the residency requirement for New Jersey resident hunting licenses from six months to 60 days. It directly affects individuals applying for resident hunting licenses (including firearm, bow and arrow, trapping, or fishing licenses) who must now prove they established a bona fide domicile in New Jersey within the past 60 days, instead of six months. The key change amends Section 23:3-4 of New Jersey law to shorten the required residency period for qualifying as a "resident" under these licenses. This adjustment makes it easier for people who recently moved to New Jersey to obtain resident hunting licenses without waiting six months.

Maddy summaryNew Jersey's Bill A1284 bans public agencies from purchasing electric vehicles (EVs) or their components if they might involve forced labor or child labor. It requires manufacturers to provide sworn certifications confirming no forced labor or child labor was used in production or material sourcing. Public entities like schools, state colleges, and local governments must obtain these certifications before buying EVs, with penalties of up to $10,000 per false statement or 50% of the purchase price for false claims. The law applies to all public EV procurement but excludes cases conflicting with federal law or funding terms.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires local governments in New Jersey to disclose who attempts to influence local decisions. It mandates that lobbyists, organizations, and individuals seeking to affect local ordinances, regulations, or administrative processes must reveal their identity and the nature of their interest to local officials and the public. The law applies to all municipalities, counties, school districts, and authorities, covering activities like influencing council votes, rule changes, or government operations. The goal is to increase transparency about who shapes local government decisions.

Maddy summaryThis bill (A-1286, "Political Donation Transparency Act") prohibits political candidates, committees, and parties from automatically enrolling donors in recurring contributions without explicit permission. It requires that any recurring contribution option must: (1) not be the default choice, (2) require the donor’s affirmative consent, and (3) clearly explain the contribution’s frequency, amount, and nature. The law applies directly to all entities soliciting political donations in New Jersey, including candidates, committees, and their representatives. Violations are classified as fourth-degree crimes, punishable by up to 18 months in prison, a $10,000 fine, or both.

Maddy summaryThis Assembly Resolution (AR 59) commemorates the 75th anniversary of the federal Sport Fish Restoration Program, established by the 1950 Dingell-Johnson Act. It formally recognizes the program’s role in funding conservation of U.S. aquatic habitats and fish populations through user fees on fishing and boating equipment. The resolution specifically highlights New Jersey’s benefits from this program, including restored habitats for species like striped bass and support for the state’s recreational fishing industry. As a commemorative resolution, it does not create new funding or policy changes but serves as a formal acknowledgment of the program’s legacy.

Maddy summaryThis bill directs New Jersey's Board of Public Utilities (BPU) to create rules for small modular nuclear reactors (SMRs), defined as reactors under 300 megawatts capacity requiring U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission licensing. It authorizes the New Jersey Economic Development Authority (EDA) to use 60% of funds from the Global Warming Solutions Fund to provide grants and financial incentives for the construction and operation of SMRs. The policy directly affects commercial entities building or operating these reactors, with funding prioritizing projects that reduce greenhouse gas emissions or energy demand. The bill establishes a concrete mechanism for state support of SMR development through EDA’s grant programs, without specifying project outcomes.