Legislature approves $38.7B budget — now it's in Murphy's hands
A $38.7 billion spending plan was approved by the Legislature. Gov. Phil Murphy said it needs corrective action, so a veto or negotiated solution seems needed.
taxes
Labor backs Murphy, who blasts 'voodoo math' of Democrats' budget
Gov. Phil Murphy clung to his push to raise taxes on income exceeding $1 million Tuesday, despite opposition from Democratic legislative leaders.
Progress for 'Path to Progress' package begins in Senate
While unions rallied against the Senate president's legislative plan, some of its less-controversial ideas related to state and county government advanced.
NJ considers suing IRS after feds block state's income tax scheme
New Jersey Attorney General Gurbir Grewal said he will continue to lead state Attorney Generals in the fight against IRS rules.
Lawmakers look to extend biz tax breaks Murphy wants to replace
Lawmakers don't favor the economic plan Gov. Phil Murphy has pushed since October. They're eyeing a 7-month extension to allow more time to negotiate.
Murphy changes mind on diverting firefighter funds
One of the union firefighter leader said once the governor learned more about the fund he decided to keep the funding in place.
Sweeney's guarantee: I won't let Murphy divert firefighter funds
Firefighters union president Ed Donnelly said other government officials are against the move.
NJ tax revenues are up ... Murphy still wants tax hike on rich
Murphy says he would put $250 million toward property tax relief.
Murphy suggests $15M to help shift town services to counties
Gov. Phil Murphy’s budget proposes putting some money behind the talk of consolidating local government services.
59 towns in NJ where property taxes actually went down last year
The average property tax bill in New Jersey last year was $8,767, a modest increase of 0.9% from 2017.