New Jersey 222nd Legislature Status: Introduced

A 5551 — Provides corporation business tax and gross income tax credits to small businesses for portion of costs paid for advertisements with local news organizations.

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 24, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.

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In plain language

The bill offers tax credits to small businesses for advertising costs with local news organizations.

This measure creates tax credits for small businesses that spend money on advertisements in local news outlets. It aims to support local businesses while promoting local journalism.

What this means for you
  • Small Business: This means you can reduce your tax burden if you advertise with local news organizations.

Summary

Small businesses-provide tax credits for portion of costs paid for ads

Bill Text

  • Introduced View text Current html September 25, 2026

Action History

  1. INT 1RA REF ACE

Sponsors

  • Kenyatta Stewart · Primary
  • Balvir Singh · Primary

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

Sponsors (2)

  • Stewart, Kenyatta
  • Singh, Balvir

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 5551 do?
Small businesses-provide tax credits for portion of costs paid for ads
Who sponsors A 5551?
A 5551 is sponsored by Stewart, Kenyatta and Singh, Balvir.
What is the current status of A 5551?
This bill has been introduced in the General Assembly. Introduced September 24, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
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