Modifies certain provisions of "New Jersey Innovation Evergreen Act."
This bill amends the New Jersey Innovation Evergreen Act by increasing the maximum state investment in qualified businesses from $5 million to $10 million (with exceptions up to $12.5 million for businesses using NJ-developed IP, university spin-offs, or certified minority/women-owned businesses). It requires new investments to either match a venture firm's initial investment or occur at a higher valuation than previous investments. The bill also raises the threshold for when the state can't auction tax credits from $15 million to $50 million and simplifies reporting requirements for venture firms. These changes aim to strengthen the state's investment program supporting high-growth businesses in targeted industries like clean energy, life sciences, and technology.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jun 2025
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Jun 19, 2025
Last action Jun 30, 2025
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Jun 26, 2025
Upper · Passed
Reported out of Senate Committee, 2nd Reading
upper
Jun 19, 2025
Introduced
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee
upper
1 primary · 1 co-sponsor
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