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NJ A2971

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

1/13/2026

Primary Sponsor

Erik Peterson

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Origin

General Assembly

2026-2027 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Allows New Jersey taxpayers to deduct 50% of contributions of $100 or more made to domestic violence shelters from their gross income tax
  • Qualifying shelters must meet operational standards set by the Department of Human Services under the "Shelters for Victims of Domestic Violence Act" (P.L.1979, c.337)
  • Requires domestic violence shelters to verify their compliance with state standards through the Division of Taxation
  • Takes effect immediately upon enactment and applies to taxable years beginning on or after January 1 following passage

Legislative Description

Allows gross income tax deduction for 50% of contributions of $100 or more to domestic violence shelters.

Judiciary

Last Action

Introduced, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee

1/13/2026

Committee Referrals

Judiciary1/13/2026

Full Bill Text

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