New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Bill

S 243: Increases benefit amount under New Jersey Earned Income Tax Credit program from 40 percent to 60 percent of federal benefit amount.

In committee Last action January 13, 2026: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee

Plain-language summary

S 243 is a bill introduced in the New Jersey Senate on January 13, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Increases benefit amount under New Jersey Earned Income Tax Credit program from 40 percent to 60 percent of federal benefit amount. Primary sponsor: Shirley Turner (Democratic), Angela McKnight (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (January 13, 2026): Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Shirley Turner (Democratic); Angela McKnight (Democratic).