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NJ S3541
Bill
Status
2/19/2026
Primary Sponsor
Shirley Turner
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AI Summary
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Raises the minimum gross income threshold for unmarried individuals, estates, trusts, and married persons filing separately from $10,000 to $12,000, effective for tax years beginning January 1, 2026.
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Increases the minimum gross income threshold for married couples filing jointly and heads of household from $20,000 to $24,000, effective for tax years beginning January 1, 2026.
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Taxpayers below these new thresholds are exempt from New Jersey gross income tax and not required to file a return.
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Current thresholds have remained unchanged since tax year 2001.
Legislative Description
Increases minimum income thresholds requiring filing and paying of gross income tax.
Budget and Appropriations
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee
2/19/2026