New Jersey 2024-2025 Regular Session

New Jersey Senate Bill SCR106

Introduced
5/16/24  

Caption

Proposes constitutional amendment to provide property tax exemption for primary residence owned and occupied by surviving spouse of first responder who dies in line of duty.

Impact

If passed, the provisions of SCR106 would have a significant impact on state laws regarding property taxation for the specified demographic. The state government would be required to reimburse local taxing districts for any property taxes that would have been collected from properties receiving the exemption. This ensures that municipalities are not financially burdened by the loss of tax revenue due to this new exemption.

Summary

SCR106 is a proposed constitutional amendment in New Jersey aimed at providing property tax exemptions for the primary residences owned and occupied by the surviving spouses of first responders who have died in the line of duty. This includes law enforcement officers, paid and volunteer firefighters, and members of ambulance or rescue squads. The bill stipulates that the residence must have been the primary dwelling of the deceased first responder at the time of their death. Furthermore, the exemption is to remain in effect for the duration of the surviving spouse's widowhood or widowerhood, contingent upon their ownership and occupancy of the property.

Contention

Debate surrounding SCR106 may center on the potential fiscal implications for local governments and the state budget. Supporters argue that this amendment is a vital recognition of the sacrifices made by first responders, providing necessary assistance to their surviving families. On the other hand, critics may voice concerns regarding the long-term financial sustainability of such exemptions and whether they may lead to increased taxation burdens on other residents to compensate for lost revenue.

Companion Bills

NJ ACR136

Same As Proposes constitutional amendment to provide property tax exemption for primary residence owned and occupied by surviving spouse of first responder who dies in line of duty.

Previously Filed As

NJ SCR101

Proposes constitutional amendment to provide property tax exemption for primary residence owned and occupied by surviving spouse of first responder who dies in line of duty.

NJ ACR86

Proposes constitutional amendment to provide property tax exemption for primary residence owned and occupied by surviving spouse of first responder who dies in line of duty.

NJ SCR54

Proposes constitutional amendment to provide property tax exemption for primary residence owned and occupied by surviving spouse of first responder who dies while performing regular or assigned duties.

NJ ACR57

Proposes constitutional amendment to provide property tax exemption for primary residence owned and occupied by surviving spouse of first responder who dies while performing regular or assigned duties.

NJ ACR37

Proposes constitutional amendment to provide property tax exemption for primary residence of surviving spouse of law enforcement officer killed in the line of duty.

NJ SCR129

Proposes constitutional amendment authorizing municipalities, by ordinance, to provide partial property tax exemption on primary residence of certain volunteer first responders.

NJ ACR31

Proposes constitutional amendment authorizing municipalities, by ordinance, to provide partial property tax exemption on primary residence of certain volunteer first responders.

NJ SCR64

Proposes constitutional amendment authorizing municipalities to provide partial property tax exemption of up to 15 percent of assessed value for primary residence of certain volunteer first responders.

NJ ACR75

Proposes constitutional amendment authorizing municipalities to provide partial property tax exemption of up to 15 percent of assessed value for primary residence of certain volunteer first responders.

NJ HJR176

Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the legislature to provide for an exemption from ad valorem taxation of all or part of the market value of the residence homesteads of certain disabled first responders and their surviving spouses.

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NJ A2680

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NJ A2684

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FL S1510

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NJ A2656

Increases, from 18 percent to 30 percent, amount of rental payments defined as rent constituting property taxes for purposes of deduction from gross income for property tax payments.

NJ SCR101

Proposes constitutional amendment to provide property tax exemption for primary residence owned and occupied by surviving spouse of first responder who dies in line of duty.

NJ ACR86

Proposes constitutional amendment to provide property tax exemption for primary residence owned and occupied by surviving spouse of first responder who dies in line of duty.