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Read. Follow. Verify.New Jersey Bill Excludes Armed Forces Reenlistment Bonuses From Gross Income Tax
Last action · January 13, 2026: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Military and Veterans' Affairs CommitteeSponsors: Azzariti Jr., John V., M.D. and 6 others
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What This Bill Would Do
Military service members can exclude reenlistment and voluntary extension bonuses from their New Jersey tax under a new bill introduced for the 2026 legislative session.
Lowers state income tax liabilities for service members who receive financial bonuses for continuing their military service in New Jersey.
Who It Would Affect
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members of the Armed Forces
Military personnel receive a tax exemption on bonuses received for reenlistment or voluntary extension of enlistment.
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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 Military and Veterans' Affairs Committee
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