New Jersey Bill Book

New Jersey would let the tax department chase back taxes forever when a refund was caused by fraud, removing the five‑year deadline.

Taxpayers could face surprise tax bills many years after a fraudulent refund, creating financial uncertainty while the state gains more power to collect revenue.

Government Power

• Accountability (hurts) — Less oversight on tax authority actions. Unlimited assessment period reduces checks on tax department
• Rights & Protections (hurts) — Removes taxpayer deadline protection. Eliminates five‑year limit for fraudulent refunds
• Who Bears the Cost (hurts) — Taxpayers may owe money later. Future tax bills fall on individuals
• Process Transparency (hurts) — Assessment timing becomes unclear. No fixed deadline for tax department to act
• Funding Tilt (neutral) — State may collect more revenue. Potential increase in tax receipts

• Official text (NJ A3238)https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2026/A3238
• LegiScan — A3238https://legiscan.com/NJ/bill/A3238/2026

Injured workers would have only two years to file a claim for unpaid medical fees instead of six, cutting their chance to get paid.

Citizens should oppose this bill because it narrows the window for workers to recover medical costs, favoring employers and insurers while leaving injured people with less protection.

Insurance

• Accountability (neutral) — Neutral. Bill does not add new oversight.
• Rights & Protections (hurts) — Negative. Reduces time workers can sue for unpaid medical fees.
• Who Bears the Cost (hurts) — Negative. Shifts cost of unpaid fees to workers if they miss the shorter deadline.
• Process Transparency (neutral) — Neutral. Procedures remain the same, only the time limit changes.
• Funding Tilt (neutral) — Neutral. No new funding is created or removed.

• Official text (NJ A1384)https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2026/A1384
• LegiScan — A1384https://legiscan.com/NJ/bill/A1384/2026

Workers will have only two years to challenge medical fees in a workers' comp claim instead of six.

The bill would force injured workers to file any medical fee dispute within two years, cutting the time they have to gather evidence. Employers and insurers would face fewer claims and lower costs. While supporters say it speeds up settlements, the shorter window could leave workers unable to challenge unfair charges.

Employers/Insurance

• Accountability (hurts) — Limits ability to hold employers liable for unpaid medical fees.. Shorter deadline reduces oversight of employer payments.
• Rights & Protections (hurts) — Shrinks the time workers can sue for disputed fees.. Two‑year limit replaces six‑year limit.
• Who Bears the Cost (hurts) — Shifts cost of disputes onto workers.. Workers may lose chance to recover fees.
• Process Transparency (neutral) — No major change to transparency.. Filing still required with the Division of Workers' Compensation.
• Funding Tilt (neutral) — No new funding or fees introduced.. Bill does not allocate money.

• Official text (NJ S2757)https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2026/S2757
• LegiScan — S2757https://legiscan.com/NJ/bill/S2757/2026

Insurers could share more personal info with each other and be immune from being sued over that sharing.

Everyday people could lose privacy because insurers can swap their personal data without fear of being sued. The bill also makes it harder for consumers to hold insurers accountable for misuse of that data. The bill already cleared the Assembly, so it could become law quickly unless citizens speak up.

Insurers

• Accountability (hurts) — Immunity shields insurers from lawsuits. Civil immunity reduces ability to hold insurers accountable.
• Rights & Protections (hurts) — Limits right to sue over data sharing. Consumers lose ability to sue insurers for privacy violations.
• Who Bears the Cost (hurts) — Costs of privacy loss fall on individuals. Consumers bear any harm from data misuse.
• Process Transparency (neutral) — Bill text does not require public reporting. No new transparency measures are added.
• Funding Tilt (neutral) — No funding changes mentioned. The bill does not alter state spending.

• Official text (NJ A3255)https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2026/A3255
• LegiScan — A3255https://legiscan.com/NJ/bill/A3255/2026

The bill would let companies that do research in certain fields claim bigger tax refunds, which could lower the money the state collects.

If the bill passes, big companies could get more money back from the state, which may mean less money for public services. Watching the bill now lets voters push for a fair balance.

Big Business

• Accountability (neutral) — No new oversight or reporting required. The bill does not add accountability measures.
• Rights & Protections (neutral) — No impact on personal rights. The bill does not affect individual legal rights.
• Who Bears the Cost (hurts) — Tax credit reduces state revenue. Refundable credit shifts cost to taxpayers.
• Process Transparency (neutral) — Bill is still in early stage. Limited detail on implementation.
• Funding Tilt (hurts) — Favors corporations over public budget. Credit benefits businesses more than the public.

• Official text (NJ A2667)https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2026/A2667
• LegiScan — A2667https://legiscan.com/NJ/bill/A2667/2026

Theater companies could get a credit equal to 35% of their production costs, lowering the taxes they owe in New Jersey.

Supporters say the credit will attract shows and jobs to the state, but critics warn it reduces tax revenue that could fund schools and services.

Theater productions

• Accountability (neutral) — Reporting required. Authority must report applications and awards annually.
• Rights & Protections (neutral) — No direct impact on rights. Bill does not change any personal rights.
• Who Bears the Cost (hurts) — Tax credit reduces state revenue. State loses up to $10 million per year in tax revenue.
• Process Transparency (helps) — Application deadlines. Director must decide on credit within 30 days of certification.
• Funding Tilt (hurts) — Favors theater industry. Credits are limited to theater productions, not other businesses.

Pushing for it: Theater companies ($10 million per year)
Bearing the cost: State taxpayers

• Official text (NJ A2055)https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2026/A2055
• LegiScan — A2055https://legiscan.com/NJ/bill/A2055/2026

The bill would let small businesses and farms claim up to $12,000 in state tax credits for any increase they make in required insurance contributions.

Small firms could keep more money to grow or hire, while the state loses revenue that could fund services, so voters should weigh the trade‑off now while the bill is still being debated.

Small businesses

• Accountability (neutral) — No new oversight or reporting requirements added.. The bill does not change how businesses are held accountable.
• Rights & Protections (neutral) — Does not affect individual legal rights.. The measure deals only with tax credits, not personal rights.
• Who Bears the Cost (hurts) — State taxpayers fund the credit.. Revenue that would have gone to the state is reduced.
• Process Transparency (neutral) — Application process left to the director.. No special public disclosure required.
• Funding Tilt (hurts) — Shifts money from the public treasury to small businesses.. Tax credits lower the amount the state collects.

Pushing for it: small businesses
Bearing the cost: state taxpayers

• Official text (NJ A3616)https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2026/A3616
• LegiScan — A3616https://legiscan.com/NJ/bill/A3616/2026

The bill would let companies claim up to $3,500 per CNG car or $25,000 per CNG truck against their state taxes.

Supporters say the credit will encourage greener fleets and lower costs for businesses, while critics warn it cuts tax revenue that could help everyday residents.

Big Business

• Accountability (neutral) — no change to oversight. bill does not add or remove accountability mechanisms
• Rights & Protections (neutral) — no impact on personal rights. bill deals with tax credits, not civil rights
• Who Bears the Cost (hurts) — shifts cost to taxpayers. tax credits reduce state revenue, potentially raising taxes for others
• Process Transparency (helps) — requires certification filing. businesses must apply and receive a certification, adding procedural clarity
• Funding Tilt (hurts) — reduces state tax intake. credits lower the amount of tax collected from businesses

• Official text (NJ A3565)https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2026/A3565
• LegiScan — A3565https://legiscan.com/NJ/bill/A3565/2026

The bill would let commercial farms claim tax credits equal to their price losses, lowering the taxes they owe.

Farmers could keep more money when crop prices drop, but the state loses tax revenue that ordinary taxpayers would have to cover, so voters should watch the bill now.

Farmers

• Accountability (neutral) — No new accountability measures.. The bill does not change oversight or reporting requirements.
• Rights & Protections (neutral) — No impact on personal rights.. The bill deals only with tax credits for farms.
• Who Bears the Cost (hurts) — Cost shifts to all taxpayers.. Tax credits reduce state revenue, meaning other residents may pay more.
• Process Transparency (neutral) — Standard filing process.. Farmers must certify price loss with the Secretary of Agriculture.
• Funding Tilt (hurts) — Benefits farms over general budget.. Credits favor commercial farm operators at the expense of state funds.

• Official text (NJ A3431)https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2026/A3431
• LegiScan — A3431https://legiscan.com/NJ/bill/A3431/2026

This bill would give a tax break to companies that buy new machines or improve their factories, which could help them make more products.

If this bill passes, big companies might save money and grow, but regular people may not see the benefits. It's important to think about how this affects jobs and the economy.

Big Business

• Who Bears the Cost (helps) — Tax credits could reduce state revenue.. The bill may lower tax income for the state, impacting public services.
• Rights & Protections (neutral) — No direct impact on individual rights.. The bill does not affect individual rights or protections.
• Accountability (neutral) — Limited oversight on how companies use the credits.. There is no requirement for companies to show how they will benefit workers.

• Official text (NJ A234)https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2026/A234
• LegiScan — A234https://legiscan.com/NJ/bill/A234/2026

This bill would give businesses a tax break if they hire spouses, children, or parents of soldiers who died in war.

This bill is a good idea because it helps families of soldiers who died serving our country. These families often face tough times, and finding good jobs can be hard. This bill would give businesses a reason to hire them, which helps both the families and the businesses. Some might say that tax breaks mean less money for other state programs. But helping these families is a worthy cause. This bill is still new, so people can tell their lawmakers what they think about helping these special families.

Big Business

• Accountability (helps) — Encourages businesses to support military families.. Businesses are encouraged to hire immediate family members of fallen service members through a tax credit.
• Rights & Protections (helps) — Supports a vulnerable group.. Provides an incentive to help immediate family members of fallen service members find employment.
• Who Bears the Cost (hurts) — State budget revenue reduction.. The state would forgo tax revenue by offering these credits, which is a cost to the state budget.
• Process Transparency (neutral) — Standard legislative process.. The bill is introduced and referred to committee, following the usual legislative steps.
• Funding Tilt (helps) — Funds directed to support military families.. The tax credit aims to benefit immediate family members of fallen service members by encouraging their employment.

Pushing for it: Businesses and individuals who hire military families
Bearing the cost: New Jersey state budget

• Official text (NJ A269)https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2026/A269
• LegiScan — A269https://legiscan.com/NJ/bill/A269/2026

This bill would give some New Jersey renters money back on their taxes if they pay too much rent, helping them afford housing.

This bill wants to help people in New Jersey who pay a lot for rent. If you make less than $60,000 a year and spend more than 35 cents of every dollar you earn on rent, you could get money back. This could be up to $1,000. This money would come from a tax credit, which means you pay less in taxes or get a refund. This would make it easier for families to pay for housing, food, or other important things. Some might say this costs the state money, but supporters believe it helps regular people keep more of their hard-earned cash. It is important to know about this bill now because it is still being decided.

Everyday People

• Accountability (neutral) — Neutral. This bill does not directly impact accountability for bad actors.
• Rights & Protections (helps) — Adds a benefit. Adds a tax credit for renters struggling with high housing costs.
• Who Bears the Cost (helps) — Shifts cost from citizens. The state would give money back to renters, reducing their personal housing burden.
• Process Transparency (neutral) — Neutral. The bill is in the early 'Introduced' stage, with no signs of rushed process.
• Funding Tilt (helps) — Tilts towards people. Provides direct financial relief to lower and middle-income renters.

Pushing for it: Certain New Jersey renters (Up to $1,000)
Bearing the cost: New Jersey state budget

• Official text (NJ A1000)https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2026/A1000
• LegiScan — A1000https://legiscan.com/NJ/bill/A1000/2026

This bill would give businesses a tax break if they hire people with developmental disabilities, which could help more people get jobs.

This bill would give businesses money back on their taxes if they hire people with developmental disabilities. This could make it easier for people with disabilities to find jobs and earn money. It also helps businesses save money on their taxes. This is a good way to help more people get a chance to work and be part of the community.

Big Business

• Accountability (neutral) — Neutral impact. This bill focuses on incentives, not on holding anyone accountable for past actions.
• Rights & Protections (helps) — Helps people get jobs. This bill would make it easier for people with developmental disabilities to find work, supporting their right to employment.
• Who Bears the Cost (hurts) — State tax revenue decreases. The state would collect less tax money because of the credits given to businesses.
• Process Transparency (neutral) — Standard legislative process. The bill is in the early 'Introduced' stage, following normal legislative steps.
• Funding Tilt (helps) — Incentivizes hiring for a vulnerable group. The tax credit encourages businesses to hire people with developmental disabilities, directing state funds to support this goal.

Pushing for it: Businesses that hire people with developmental disabilities
Bearing the cost: New Jersey's state budget

• Official text (NJ A1776)https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2026/A1776
• LegiScan — A1776https://legiscan.com/NJ/bill/A1776/2026

This bill would hide names and addresses of healthcare workers hurt by patients, so bad people cannot find them.

This bill would help keep healthcare workers safe. If a patient hurts a worker, this bill would stop their name and home address from being shared in public records. This means bad people could not easily find them to bother or hurt them again. Some people might say all records should be open, but this bill tries to protect workers who are already victims. It would make it safer for people who take care of us when we are sick.

Health care

• Accountability (helps) — Protects victims by penalizing unauthorized disclosure.. It would make people who share private info on purpose pay a fine.
• Rights & Protections (helps) — Adds privacy protections for healthcare workers who are victims of assault.. It would give healthcare workers more privacy and protection after being hurt at work.
• Who Bears the Cost (neutral) — No new costs for ordinary people are mentioned.. No new costs for regular people are mentioned.
• Process Transparency (neutral) — Does not affect the transparency of government processes.. This bill does not change how open government works.
• Funding Tilt (neutral) — No specific funding or defunding is mentioned.. No money is given or taken away by this bill.

Pushing for it: Healthcare workers
Bearing the cost: People who share private information on purpose ($100)

• Official text (NJ A2062)https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2026/A2062
• LegiScan — A2062https://legiscan.com/NJ/bill/A2062/2026

This bill would give companies money back on their taxes if they hire people with disabilities and help them with work costs.

This bill would help people with disabilities get jobs. Companies would get tax breaks for hiring them, covering some wages, transportation, and making workplaces friendly. This could mean more job chances for many. It is important to support bills that help everyone work.

Everyday People

• Accountability (neutral) — Neutral. This bill focuses on incentives, not on holding anyone accountable for past actions.
• Rights & Protections (helps) — Boosts. It helps people with disabilities get jobs and protects their personal information.
• Who Bears the Cost (hurts) — Shifts. The state's tax money would pay for these incentives, meaning less money for other things, but it helps employers and people with disabilities.
• Process Transparency (neutral) — Normal. The bill is introduced and follows the usual legislative steps.
• Funding Tilt (helps) — Towards employers. It uses tax credits to encourage businesses to hire people with disabilities.

Pushing for it: Employers who hire people with disabilities
Bearing the cost: State tax revenue

• Official text (NJ A2955)https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2026/A2955
• LegiScan — A2955https://legiscan.com/NJ/bill/A2955/2026

New Jersey gives tax credits for electric vehicle charging stations

This bill helps people and businesses buy electric vehicle charging stations by giving them tax credits, which could make electric vehicles more popular and help the environment

Everyday People

• Accountability (neutral) — The bill does not affect accountability. No change in accountability
• Rights & Protections (helps) — The bill helps people buy electric vehicle charging stations. Increased access to electric vehicle charging stations
• Who Bears the Cost (hurts) — The state bears the cost of the tax credits. State gives tax credits to people and businesses
• Process Transparency (neutral) — The bill does not affect process transparency. No change in process transparency
• Funding Tilt (helps) — The bill gives funding to people and businesses. State gives tax credits to people and businesses

Pushing for it: people and businesses
Bearing the cost: state

• Official text (NJ A1039)https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2026/A1039
• LegiScan — A1039https://legiscan.com/NJ/bill/A1039/2026

This bill would give businesses a tax break if they hire disabled veterans for at least 185 days.

This bill helps businesses that hire disabled veterans by giving them a tax break. It could encourage companies to hire more veterans who have served our country. The bill is still in the early stages, so now is the time for people to let their lawmakers know what they think.

Big Business

• Accountability (neutral) — No change. Bill does not change accountability for businesses.
• Rights & Protections (helps) — Positive impact. Bill provides a benefit to disabled veterans by encouraging employment.
• Who Bears the Cost (hurts) — Cost shift. The state will collect less tax revenue due to the credits provided.
• Process Transparency (neutral) — No change. Bill does not change transparency in legislative processes.
• Funding Tilt (hurts) — Negative impact. The bill reduces state tax revenue without direct appropriation.

Pushing for it: Businesses hiring disabled veterans (15%)
Bearing the cost: Unknown

• Official text (NJ A3631)https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2026/A3631
• LegiScan — A3631https://legiscan.com/NJ/bill/A3631/2026

New Jersey would help companies hire disabled veterans

This bill would give tax credits to companies that hire disabled veterans, which could help them get jobs and support themselves. If you care about helping veterans, now is the time to speak up and show your support for this bill.

Workers

• Accountability (neutral) — The bill does not directly affect accountability. The bill is focused on providing tax credits to companies that hire disabled veterans
• Rights & Protections (helps) — The bill helps protect the rights of disabled veterans. The bill provides tax credits to companies that hire disabled veterans, which could help them get jobs and support themselves
• Who Bears the Cost (hurts) — The state would bear some of the cost. The tax credits would reduce the amount of taxes that companies pay, which could reduce the amount of money available to the state
• Process Transparency (neutral) — The bill does not directly affect process transparency. The bill is focused on providing tax credits to companies that hire disabled veterans
• Funding Tilt (helps) — The bill would provide funding to support disabled veterans. The tax credits would provide funding to companies that hire disabled veterans, which could help them get jobs and support themselves

Pushing for it: Companies that hire disabled veterans
Bearing the cost: The state

• Official text (NJ S571)https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2026/S571
• LegiScan — S571https://legiscan.com/NJ/bill/S571/2026

This bill would give businesses money back for buying electric vehicle chargers and zero-emission vehicles, helping them save costs.

Businesses could save a lot of money with these tax credits. This could encourage more electric vehicles and charging stations, which is good for the environment. It's important to support this bill now.

Big Business

• Accountability (neutral) — Tax credits are monitored by the Commissioner of Environmental Protection.. The commissioner must certify applications for tax credits.
• Rights & Protections (neutral) — No direct rights are affected.. The bill focuses on tax incentives, not on personal rights.
• Who Bears the Cost (hurts) — Costs may shift to taxpayers indirectly.. Tax credits could lead to less tax revenue.
• Process Transparency (helps) — The application process is defined.. Clear guidelines for applying for tax credits are provided.
• Funding Tilt (neutral) — Funding is not directly addressed.. The bill does not specify new funding sources.

Pushing for it: Businesses buying electric vehicle chargers and zero-emission vehicles
Bearing the cost: Taxpayers indirectly

• Official text (NJ S616)https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2026/S616
• LegiScan — S616https://legiscan.com/NJ/bill/S616/2026

Businesses get tax credits for paying guard members' full salary

This bill helps businesses that support National Guard members and reservists by giving them tax credits, which could encourage more businesses to hire and support these employees, and is a way for the state to show appreciation for their service

Big Business

• Accountability (neutral) — No direct impact on accountability. The bill does not directly affect how businesses are held accountable
• Rights & Protections (helps) — Supports employees who are National Guard members or reservists. The bill provides benefits to businesses that support these employees, which could lead to more job opportunities and support for them
• Who Bears the Cost (hurts) — The state bears the cost of the tax credits. The state will be giving up tax revenue to provide these credits to businesses
• Process Transparency (neutral) — The process is transparent, as the credits are clearly defined in the bill. The bill explains how the credits will be calculated and applied
• Funding Tilt (helps) — The bill provides funding to support businesses that hire National Guard members and reservists. The tax credits are a form of funding that supports these businesses and employees

Pushing for it: Businesses that hire National Guard members and reservists
Bearing the cost: The state, in the form of lost tax revenue

• Official text (NJ S1059)https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2026/S1059
• LegiScan — S1059https://legiscan.com/NJ/bill/S1059/2026