S.1821

Allows gross income tax credits to certain renters whose rent exceeds 35 percent of gross income.

Introduced·1/13/26

New Jersey S1821 allows renters with high housing costs a gross income tax credit.

New Jersey S1821 establishes a refundable gross income tax credit for renters whose rent exceeds 35 percent of their gross income. The credit amount varies based on income and location, with a maximum of $1,000. Renters with incomes up to $25,000 qualify for 100 percent of the excess rent, while those with incomes between $25,000 and $50,000 qualify for 75 percent. Renters with incomes between $50,000 and $60,000 qualify for 50 percent if they do not reside in a high-cost area. The credit is applied against the tax due and can be received in monthly installments.

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Where it stands

Current
Budget and Appropriations Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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6
0
Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

Senate Community and Urban Affairs Committee: Reported with Amendments

5 Yea

DDRRD

0 Nay

Calendar

Mar 5

10:00 AM

Senate Community and Urban Affairs Hearing

History

Mar 5

Senate

Reported from Senate Committee with Amendments, 2nd Reading

Mar 5

Senate

Referred to Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee

Jan 13

Senate

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Community and Urban Affairs Committee