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NJ A2337

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/13/2026

Primary Sponsor

William Moen

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Origin

General Assembly

2026-2027 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Employees may deduct up to $5,250 annually from New Jersey gross income for employer-provided educational assistance that qualifies under federal tax code Section 127, covering tuition, fees, textbooks, and equipment for non-recreational courses.

  • Employees may also deduct up to $5,250 annually from gross income for employer-provided student loan payment assistance, including payments toward principal or interest on qualified higher education debt.

  • Both deductions can be claimed in the same tax year and are in addition to all other exemptions and deductions allowed under New Jersey gross income tax law.

  • The bill takes effect immediately and applies to taxable years beginning after enactment.

Legislative Description

Allows gross income tax deduction for employees for amounts paid by employers for certain educational assistance programs for employees and for employee's student loans.

Higher Education

Last Action

Introduced, Referred to Assembly Higher Education Committee

1/13/2026

Committee Referrals

Higher Education1/13/2026

Full Bill Text

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