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NJ A2983

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

  • Exempts rapid and laboratory viral tests from New Jersey sales and use tax, including molecular and antigen tests used to detect infections such as SARS-CoV-2
  • Antibody tests used for detecting infections are also included in the tax exemption
  • Takes effect immediately upon enactment, with the exemption applying to sales occurring on or after the first day of the second month following enactment
  • Sponsored by Assemblyman Erik Peterson (District 23 - Hunterdon, Somerset, and Warren counties)
  • Pre-filed for introduction in the 2026 legislative session (222nd Legislature)

Legislative Description

Provides sales and use tax exemption for purchases of rapid or laboratory tests for purposes of detecting infections.

Health

Last Action

Introduced, Referred to Assembly Health Committee

1/13/2026

Committee Referrals

Health1/13/2026

Full Bill Text

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