New Jersey 2024-2025 Regular Session

New Jersey Assembly Bill A2224

Introduced
1/9/24  

Caption

Establishes gross income tax credit for cost of certain postage for sending goods to members of United States Armed Forces and National Guard who are serving their country away from home.

Impact

The proposed changes would specifically amend the New Jersey Gross Income Tax Act, providing financial relief to families of military personnel by making it easier for them to send packages filled with personal items. This tax credit would apply to postage costs incurred in sending parcels via the United States Postal Service, both domestically and internationally. The act is designed to commence for taxable years following its enactment, signaling immediate intent to benefit military families in the upcoming tax period.

Summary

Assembly Bill A2224 aims to establish a gross income tax credit for taxpayers who incur expenses on postage when sending goods to members of the United States Armed Forces and the National Guard serving away from home. The bill recognizes the significant costs associated with mailing packages, which can often deter families from sending comforting goods that help alleviate the homesickness experienced by military personnel. By allowing a tax credit for these expenses, the bill seeks to encourage and ease the support of service members through tangible goods from back home.

Contention

While the bill has the potential to garner broad support given its focus on assisting military families, discussions around its financial implications for state revenue may arise. Some critics might voice concerns over the impact of tax credits on overall state funding and the sustainability of such measures over time. Additionally, there may be debates regarding the definition of the 'cost of postage' and whether it adequately reflects the actual expenses families may incur, ensuring that the bill meets its intended purpose of alleviating financial burdens.

Companion Bills

NJ S3379

Same As Establishes gross income tax credit for cost of certain postage for sending goods to members of United States Armed Forces and National Guard who are serving their country away from home.

NJ A1448

Carry Over Establishes gross income tax credit for cost of certain postage for sending goods to members of United States Armed Forces and National Guard who are serving their country away from home.

NJ S1837

Carry Over Establishes gross income tax credit for cost of certain postage for sending goods to members of United States Armed Forces and National Guard who are serving their country away from home.

Previously Filed As

NJ A1448

Establishes gross income tax credit for cost of certain postage for sending goods to members of United States Armed Forces and National Guard who are serving their country away from home.

NJ S1837

Establishes gross income tax credit for cost of certain postage for sending goods to members of United States Armed Forces and National Guard who are serving their country away from home.

NJ S3379

Establishes gross income tax credit for cost of certain postage for sending goods to members of United States Armed Forces and National Guard who are serving their country away from home.

NJ A2741

Allows tax credits for employing members of NJ National Guard and members of reserve component of US Armed Forces.

NJ A4566

Allows tax credits for employing members of NJ National Guard and members of reserve component of US Armed Forces.

NJ S3227

Allows tax credits for employing members of NJ National Guard and members of reserve component of US Armed Forces.

NJ S2566

Allows tax credits for employing members of NJ National Guard and members of reserve component of US Armed Forces.

NJ A2871

Allows for a gross income tax deduction for any honorably discharged member of the US Armed Forces, reserve unit or national guard.

NJ S499

Provides corporation business tax and gross income tax credits for employing immediate family members of members of the Armed Forces of the United States who were killed in action.

NJ A1046

Provides corporation business tax and gross income tax credits for employing immediate family members of members of the Armed Forces of the United States who were killed in action.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.