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NJ S3566

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/19/2026

Primary Sponsor

Linda Greenstein

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Origin

Senate

2026-2027 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Full-time educators and paraprofessionals receive a $500 deduction from gross income for New Jersey state taxes
  • Part-time educators and paraprofessionals receive a $350 deduction from gross income
  • Full-time status requires at least 25 hours per week and 12 months of employment (or 10 months for standard school year employees)
  • Eligible educators include teachers at school districts, charter schools, renaissance school projects, approved private schools for students with disabilities, and nonpublic schools
  • Paraprofessionals include school aides and classroom aides who assist teaching staff with pupil supervision

Legislative Description

Provides deduction from gross income of $500 for full-time educators and paraprofessionals and $350 for part-time educators and paraprofessionals.

Education

Last Action

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Education Committee

2/19/2026

Committee Referrals

Education2/19/2026

Full Bill Text

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