New Jersey 222nd Legislature Status: Introduced

A 5486 — "Sales Tax Holiday Weekend Act"; establishes annual sales tax holiday every third weekend in August for certain retail sales.

Last action — INT 1RA REF ACE

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  1. 1
    Introduced
  2. 2
    In Committee
  3. 3
    Passed General Assembly
  4. 4
    Passed Senate
  5. 5
    To Executive
  6. 6
    Enacted

This bill has been introduced in the General Assembly. Introduced September 14, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.

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In plain language

Establishes an annual sales tax holiday every third weekend in August for certain retail sales.

This bill creates a sales tax holiday that occurs every third weekend in August. It applies to certain retail sales, allowing consumers to purchase items without paying sales tax during this period.

What this means for you
  • Consumers: This means you can purchase certain items without paying sales tax during the designated weekend.

Summary

Sales Tax Holiday Weekend Act-estab every third weekend in August, cert retail

Bill Text

  • Introduced View text Current html September 15, 2026

Action History

  1. INT 1RA REF ACE

Sponsors

  • David Bailey · Primary
  • Andrea Katz · Primary

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2 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 118 not signed on

Sponsors (2)

  • Bailey, David
  • Katz, Andrea

Co-sponsors (0)

None.

Not signed on (118)

118 members have not signed on to this bill.

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Frequently asked questions

What does A 5486 do?
Sales Tax Holiday Weekend Act-estab every third weekend in August, cert retail
Who sponsors A 5486?
A 5486 is sponsored by Bailey, David and Katz, Andrea.
What is the current status of A 5486?
This bill has been introduced in the General Assembly. Introduced September 14, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
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