Provides sales and use tax exemption for certain septic waste removal services including human waste.
If enacted, A2702 will amend section 3 of P.L.1966, c.30 (C.54:32B-3) to exempt residential septic service from sales tax. This legislative change aligns the treatment of septic waste removal services with that of other essential waste management services already exempted under existing law. Supporters of the bill argue that it is a necessary reform to eliminate what they view as an unfair tax burden on homeowners with septic systems, allowing for a more equitable tax framework within the state's broader tax system.
Assembly Bill A2702 aims to provide a sales and use tax exemption for specific septic waste removal services in New Jersey, including pumping, treatment, and disposal of human waste from septic tanks. The bill addresses the current disparity in tax treatment between residential users who rely on septic systems and those connected to municipal sewer systems, which do not incur the sales tax. This exemption is intended to alleviate the financial burden on homeowners who must regularly service their septic systems yet are subjected to taxation not faced by users of public sewer services.
Points of contention surrounding A2702 may arise regarding budget implications for state revenue from the existing taxation on septic service. While proponents highlight the fairness of the bill in light of current tax structures, critics might argue it could lead to decreased tax income, potentially affecting funding for public services reliant on these revenues. Therefore, the bill not only seeks to modify tax exemption parameters but also ignites debate about fiscal responsibility and equitable treatment in state policy.