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 Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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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.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shirley Turner | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 15 |
| Angela McKnight | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 31 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee