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NJ S511

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/13/2026

Primary Sponsor

James Beach

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Origin

Senate

2026-2027 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Creates a New Jersey gross income tax deduction for higher education tuition and fee expenses paid during the taxable year

  • Limits eligibility to taxpayers with annual gross income of $85,000 or less

  • Covers tuition and fees for the taxpayer, their spouse, and dependents enrolled as matriculated students

  • Applies to public or independent institutions accredited by a nationally recognized accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education

  • Takes effect immediately upon enactment and applies to taxable years beginning after that date

Legislative Description

Allows a gross income tax deduction for certain higher education tuition and fee expenses.

Higher Education

Last Action

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Higher Education Committee

1/13/2026

Committee Referrals

Higher Eduction1/13/2026

Full Bill Text

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