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Read. Follow. Verify.New Jersey Bill A355 Establishes Gross Income Tax Credit for School Donations
Last action · January 13, 2026: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Commerce and Economic Development CommitteeSponsors: Flynn, Victoria A. and 1 other
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What This Bill Would Do
New Jersey introduces a 10 percent , capped at $500 per year, for taxpayers who make qualified donations to public or nonpublic elementary or secondary schools for student meals, medical supplies, or playground equipment starting in tax year 2022.
Taxpayers who contribute to local school programs can reduce their state income tax liability by up to $500 annually, while schools gain an incentive for private financial support directed toward meals, health supplies, and recreational facilities.
Who It Would Affect
Groups the bill's text would affect if enacted, as described in the record. Being affected is not a position for or against it.
taxpayer
Taxpayers who make qualified school donations are eligible to receive a tax credit of 10 percent of the donation value, up to $500 per year.
eligible school
Public and nonpublic elementary and secondary schools receive qualified donations and must issue written substantiation statements to donors.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Currently in committee. The next step in the legislative lifecycle is Floor Vote.
Procedural history
1 action- Jan 13, 2026HouseIntroducedIntroduced, Referred to Assembly Commerce and Economic Development Committee
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