S.138

Provides gross income tax deduction for home office expenses incurred during COVID-19 pandemic.

Introduced·1/13/26
Introduced Text

New Jersey S138 allows a gross income tax deduction for home office expenses incurred during the COVID-19 pandemic.

New Jersey S138 provides a gross income tax deduction for home office expenses incurred during the COVID-19 pandemic. This deduction applies to self-employed individuals, independent contractors, and employees who use their home as a principal place of business due to the pandemic. Expenses eligible for the deduction include unreimbursed supplies and equipment necessary for operating a home office, such as a desk, computer, cell phone, printer, paper, and other necessary equipment and supplies.

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Where it stands

Current
Budget and Appropriations Committee
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Committee decision

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Jan 13

Senate

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee