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NJ S1837

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/9/2024

Primary Sponsor

Parker Space

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Origin

Senate

2024-2025 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Employers subject to New Jersey Corporation Business Tax (CBT) or Gross Income Tax (GIT) may claim a tax credit equal to 50% of qualifying child care expenses, up to $100,000 per taxpayer per year.

  • Qualifying expenses include acquisition, construction, or renovation of child care facilities; maintenance and operation of on-site child care centers; payments to contracted child care providers; and subsidies to employees for child care at licensed facilities.

  • The total combined value of all credits under this program is capped at $10 million statewide per tax year, with applications reviewed on a rolling basis by the Commissioner of Labor and Workforce Development.

  • Tax credits may be carried forward for up to seven years if unused, and employers may sell tax credit transfer certificates to other taxpayers for at least 75% of the credit value.

  • The Commissioner of Labor and Workforce Development must conduct annual evaluations assessing program impact on child care availability and employee satisfaction, and submit reports to the Governor and Legislature.

Legislative Description

Requires eligibility checklist and audit for enrollment in PERS of certain public employees who provide professional services; imposes fine on certifying officer or supervisor for ineligible enrollments.

State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation

Last Action

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation Committee

1/9/2024

Committee Referrals

State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation1/9/2024

Full Bill Text

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