New Jersey 2022-2023 Regular Session

New Jersey Assembly Bill A3679

Introduced
3/21/22  

Caption

Establishes annual sales tax holiday during first weekend of August for certain retail sales of computers, school computer supplies, school supplies, school art supplies, and school instructional materials.

Impact

The bill is designed to provide a temporary financial reprieve for families with school-aged children, college students, and adult learners during a time when school-related expenses increase. By exempting essential items from sales tax, the bill not only helps consumers save money but also serves as an economic stimulus for the state's retail and small business community, encouraging consumer spending during a period that typically sees lower demand. Observations from similar legislative efforts in other states indicate that tax holidays can foster increased shopping activity and assist local economies.

Summary

Assembly Bill A3679 establishes an annual sales tax holiday in New Jersey, scheduled for the first weekend of August, allowing for certain retail sales of school supplies, computers, and related materials to be exempt from sales and use taxes. The legislation specifies that items such as school supplies, art supplies, instructional materials, and computers (priced under $1,000) will be exempt for individual purchasers for non-business use during this designated period. This initiative aims to ease the financial burden on families preparing for the upcoming school year.

Contention

While the bill has garnered support for its potential to assist families and stimulate local businesses, there may be concerns regarding its impact on state tax revenue during the holiday. Critics might argue that substantial exemptions could lead to a temporary decrease in tax income, challenging the state's budget. Additionally, the legislation sets a threshold for computer sales, exempting only those priced under $1,000, which could lead to debates on whether this limit adequately addresses the needs of all families.

Companion Bills

NJ S2141

Same As Establishes annual sales tax holiday during first weekend of August for certain retail sales of computers, school computer supplies, school supplies, school art supplies, and school instructional materials.

Previously Filed As

NJ S2141

Establishes annual sales tax holiday during first weekend of August for certain retail sales of computers, school computer supplies, school supplies, school art supplies, and school instructional materials.

NJ S3654

Establishes annual sales tax holiday for certain retail sales of computers, school computer supplies, school supplies, school art supplies, and school instructional materials.

NJ A4758

Establishes annual sales tax holiday for certain retail sales of computers, school computer supplies, school supplies, school art supplies, and school instructional materials.

NJ S2914

Establishes annual sales tax holiday for certain retail sales of computers, school computer supplies, school supplies, school art supplies, school instructional materials and sport or recreational equipment.

NJ A1522

Establishes annual sales tax holiday for retail sales of computers, school computer supplies, school art supplies, school instructional materials and sport or recreational equipment.

NJ S3580

Reinstates annual sales tax holiday for retail sales of computers, school computer supplies, school art supplies, school instructional materials, and sport recreation equipment.

NJ A4835

Reinstates annual sales tax holiday for retail sales of computers, school computer supplies, school art supplies, school instructional materials, and sport recreation equipment.

NJ A4406

Exempts from "Sales and Use Tax Act" certain retail sales of computers, school computer supplies, school supplies, school art supplies, school instructional materials and sport or recreation equipment.

NJ S2142

Establishes annual sales tax holiday for certain sales of personal computers and certain sales of school supplies and equipment during first full weekend of August.

NJ A4878

Exempts from "Sales and Use Tax Act" certain retail sales of computers and school supplies; allows $500 gross income tax deduction to teachers purchasing school supplies for classroom use.

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