Bucco and Stanfield Bill Protecting Tax Benefits for Seniors Becomes Law
Legislation sponsored by Senator Anthony M. Bucco and Senator Jean Stanfield that provides a one-time income exemption for seniors to avoid losing tax benefits under the Senior Freeze Program was signed into law.
Legislation sponsored by Sen. Anthony M. Bucco and Sen. Jean Stanfield that provides a one-time income exemption for seniors to avoid losing tax benefits under the Senior Freeze Program was signed into law. (©iStock)
“The signing of this legislation delivers legitimate property tax relief for senior citizens in New Jersey. The Senior Freeze Program has provided substantial tax benefits that have helped many of our older and retired residents stay in their homes,” said Bucco (R-25). “This law will prevent seniors from incurring massive property tax increases and being disposed of their home for exceeding income limitations during one tax year. This law provides a small, but impactful exemption that will protect tax benefits for seniors in the State of New Jersey.”
Senate Clears Bucco and Stanfield Bill Protecting Tax Benefits for Seniors
The New Jersey Senate cleared legislation sponsored by Senator Anthony M. Bucco and Senator Jean Stanfield that provides a one-time income exemption for seniors to avoid losing tax benefits under the Senior Freeze program.
Legislation sponsored by Sen. Anthony Bucco and Sen. Jean Stanfield that would provide a one-time income exemption for seniors to avoid losing tax benefits under the Senior Freeze program was passed by the New Jersey Senate. (©iStock)
“The Senior Freeze program has provided substantial tax benefits that have helped many of our older and retired residents stay in their homes. Today’s Senate vote approving this legislation would prevent seniors from being penalized for exceeding income limitations during one tax year,” said Bucco (R-25). “By providing a one-time income exemption we can protect seniors from incurring massive property tax increases which could dispose them of their home. This bill is an important step towards protecting tax benefits for seniors in the State of New Jersey.”
Stanfield Bill Revising Farmland Appraisal Process Advances
Legislation sponsored by Senator Jean Stanfield that would help preserve more farmland in New Jersey was approved by the Senate Economic Growth Committee.
Sen. Jean Stanfield’s bill that would help preserve more farmland in New Jersey was approved by the Senate Economic Growth Committee. (Pixabay)
“New Jersey has a rich agricultural heritage that extends multiple centuries and must be protected for future generations,” said Stanfield (R-08). “Preserving farmland limits the outward expansion of densely populated cities and the fragmentation of natural habitats in rural communities while ensuring residents have access to locally grown farm products. This legislation revises the appraisal process for the sale of development easements on farms to incentivize more landowners to participate in the Farmland Preservation Program.”
Stanfield Bill Expanding Small-Dollar Property Tax Refunds Advances
Legislation sponsored by Senator Jean Stanfield that would increase the dollar amount limit for property tax refunds and certain cancellations made by authorized municipal employees was advanced by the Senate Community and Urban Affairs Committee.
Sen. Jean Stanfield’s bill that would increase the dollar amount limit for property tax refunds and certain cancellations made by authorized municipal employees was advanced by the Senate Community and Urban Affairs Committee. (Wikimedia Commons)
“Small-dollar tax refunds and cancellations can create administrative inefficiencies within local governments,” said Stanfield (R-08). “By increasing the dollar limit for authorized municipal employees to process certain transactions, we can streamline this administrative process and reduce unnecessary bureaucratic red tape. This legislation would enable local governments to provide small-dollar refunds and certain cancellations for homeowners more efficiently.”
Senate Approves Stanfield Bill that Would Update Funding for Environmental Infrastructure Projects
The New Jersey Senate advanced bipartisan legislation sponsored by Senator Jean Stanfield that would approve the updated Fiscal Year 2024 Financial Plan of the New Jersey Infrastructure Bank (NJIB).
The NJ Senate advanced bipartisan legislation sponsored by Sen. Jean Stanfield that would approve the updated Fiscal Year 2024 Financial Plan of the NJIB. (Pixabay)
“The funds authorized by this legislation will not only create jobs in New Jersey, but will also preserve and protect our local environment, which is critical to our quality of life,” said Stanfield (R-8). “Environmental infrastructure project loans include millions in funding for various clean water projects for towns in the 8th District like Evesham MUA and Medford Lakes.”
Committee Clears Stanfield Bill that Would Update Funding for Environmental Infrastructure Projects
The Senate Environment and Energy Committee advanced bipartisan legislation sponsored by Senator Jean Stanfield that would approve the updated Fiscal Year 2024 Financial Plan of the New Jersey Infrastructure Bank (NJIB).
The Senate Environment and Energy Committee advanced bipartisan legislation sponsored by Sen. Jean Stanfield that would approve the updated Fiscal Year 2024 Financial Plan of the NJIB. (Pixabay)
“Environmental infrastructure project loans include millions in funding for clean water projects for towns in the eighth district like Evesham MUA and Medford Lakes,” said Stanfield (R-8). “The funds authorized by this legislation will not only create jobs in New Jersey, but will preserve and protect our environment—which is critical to our quality of life.”
Governor Signs Stanfield/Bucco Resolution Designating April 14 as “Military Child Appreciation Day”
Legislation sponsored by Sens. Jean Stanfield and Anthony Bucco designating April 14 of each year as “Military Child Appreciation Day” was signed into law today by Governor Murphy.
Legislation sponsored by Sens. Jean Stanfield and Anthony Bucco designating April 14 of each year as “Military Child Appreciation Day” was signed into law today by Gov. Murphy. (Wikimedia Commons)
“I am proud this resolution was signed into law. Children of military service members face many unique responsibilities during their school years,” said Senator Stanfield (R-8). “Between K-12, military children can move to different locations six to nine times, which separates them from family and friends as well as familiar social environments. This legislation will formally recognize these young American heroes for their daily sacrifices and the distinctive challenges they must overcome.”
Corrado & Stanfield Launch “Socks for Soldiers” Collection Drive to Support Troops
Senators Encourage Schools, Businesses, and Local Governments to Participate
Senator Kristin Corrado and Senator Jean Stanfield are teaming up for a “Socks for Soldiers” collection drive throughout the month of March.
Sen. Kristin Corrado and Sen. Jean Stanfield are teaming up for a ‘Socks for Soldiers’ collection drive throughout the month of March. (SenateNJ.com)
“New socks are always in high demand by our troops who serve both at home and abroad,” said Corrado (R-40). “For those in the field, access to clean socks is a necessity to stay healthy. Our sock drive is a wonderful opportunity to acknowledge the sacrifices of our volunteer heroes and show they have support from back home in New Jersey.”
Corrado and Stanfield (R-8) are collecting sock donations at their district offices throughout the month of March. This is the second year they are hosting the drive together.
Stanfield Bill That Expands Street Vending Laws for Veterans Advances
Legislation sponsored by Senator Jean Stanfield that allows honorably discharged veterans to sell goods and merchandise in more areas of the state was approved by the State Government, Wagering, Tourism and Historic Preservation Senate Committee.
Sen. Stanfield’s bill that allows honorably discharged veterans to sell goods in more locations was advanced by the State Government, Wagering, Tourism and Historic Prevention Senate Committee. (Pixabay)
“Street vending is a valuable entrepreneurial venture that provides numerous economic opportunities for veterans living in New Jersey,” said Stanfield. “Loosening outdated restrictions for licensed street vendors enables them to expand their businesses. This legislation specifically allows certain military veterans to conduct business in areas that would no longer be considered restricted locations.”
Senate Clears Stanfield/Bucco Resolution Designating April 14 as “Military Child Appreciation Day”
Legislation sponsored by Sens. Jean Stanfield and Anthony Bucco designating April 14 of each year as “Military Child Appreciation Day” was approved today by the New Jersey Senate.
Legislation sponsored by Sens. Jean Stanfield and Anthony Bucco designating April 14 of each year as “Military Child Appreciation Day” was approved today by the New Jersey Senate. (Wikimedia Commons)
“Children of military service members face many unique responsibilities during their school years,” said Senator Stanfield (R-8). “Between K-12, military children can move to different locations six to nine times, which separates them from family and friends as well as familiar social environments. This legislation will formally recognize these young American heroes for their daily sacrifices and the distinctive challenges they must overcome.”
