New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Bill
S 2577: Expands eligibility under New Jersey earned income tax credit program to allow taxpayers who are victims of domestic abuse to claim credit with filing status of married filing separately.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
S 2577 is a bill introduced in the New Jersey Senate on January 13, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Expands eligibility under New Jersey earned income tax credit program to allow taxpayers who are victims of domestic abuse to claim credit with filing status of married filing separately. Primary sponsor: Vin Gopal (Democratic), Linda Greenstein (Democratic). It lists 2 additional sponsors. 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 3
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vin Gopal | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 11 |
| Linda Greenstein | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 14 |
| Amato, Carmen F., Jr. | Co-sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
| Angela McKnight | Co-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