New Jersey 2024-2025 Regular Session

New Jersey Assembly Bill A974

Introduced
1/9/24  

Caption

Provides corporation business tax and gross income tax credits for certain employer-provided child care expenditures.

Impact

The passage of A974 is expected to have significant implications for state law regarding tax incentives and child care support. By reducing the financial burden on companies that open or improve child care centers, the bill is intended to enhance employee satisfaction and retention. Furthermore, it could lead to a healthier work-life balance for parents, potentially increasing the workforce participation of parents who previously may have struggled with child care logistics. With an immediate effect upon enactment, the credits would apply to taxes for privilege periods beginning next January, creating a quick avenue for businesses to start these investments.

Summary

Assembly Bill A974 proposes the introduction of corporation business tax and gross income tax credits to incentivize New Jersey businesses to invest in child care facilities and services for their employees. Specifically, the bill allows businesses to claim a credit equivalent to 50 percent of the costs incurred for the acquisition, construction, renovation, or improvement of real property designated as a qualified child care center primarily for the children of employed individuals. The aim of this legislation is to encourage businesses to actively provide child care options, thereby fostering a more productive workforce and addressing the demand for quality child care facilities within the state.

Contention

While the initiative is largely seen as a positive step toward supporting working families, there may be contention regarding the definitions and rules governing 'qualified child care centers.' The bill excludes facilities that do not primarily serve the children of employees, may enforce strict compliance for businesses to maintain eligibility for tax credits, and requires long-term commitments to provide such services. Critics could argue that these stipulations may complicate the process for smaller businesses or may not address the needs of all employees effectively. There could also be discussions regarding the equity of benefits, particularly how they may favor larger corporations over small businesses due to the financial thresholds involved.

Companion Bills

NJ S2240

Same As Provides temporary corporation business tax and gross income tax credits for certain employer-provided child care expenditures.

NJ A252

Carry Over Provides corporation business tax and gross income tax credits for certain employer-provided child care expenditures.

NJ S2479

Carry Over Provides temporary corporation business tax and gross income tax credits for certain employer-provided child care expenditures.

Similar Bills

NJ A252

Provides corporation business tax and gross income tax credits for certain employer-provided child care expenditures.

NJ S2479

Provides temporary corporation business tax and gross income tax credits for certain employer-provided child care expenditures.

NJ S2240

Provides temporary corporation business tax and gross income tax credits for certain employer-provided child care expenditures.

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