Veterans (National Guard & Reserve)

introduced · New Jersey · General Assembly

A 5410: Allows certain individuals, including those on active duty or fulfilling reserve obligations, to participate remotely in certain governmental meetings.

New Jersey Assembly Bill 5410 allows members of municipal governing bodies, county commissions, school boards, and state-level committees to participate remotely in official meetings if they are serving on active duty or fulfilling reserve obligations in the U.S. Armed Forces. The bill requires that these remote participants be counted toward establishing a quorum for the meeting. It authorizes the Department of Community Affairs and the Department of Education to develop guidelines and provide advice to local and state bodies regarding how to implement this remote participation.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill enables active duty and reserve service members to participate remotely in governmental meetings, protecting their civic duties while serving.85% confidence

Sub-Topics National Guard & Reserve

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in committee · New Jersey · General Assembly Jun 4, 2026

A 5215: Extends eligibility for certain veterans' gross income tax exemptions to include veterans of all Uniformed Services of United States.

This bill expands New Jersey tax exemptions for veterans to include all branches of the Uniformed Services of the United States, such as the NOAA and the Public Health Service, in addition to the currently covered Armed Forces and National Guard. It achieves this by amending state tax code sections to replace the specific reference to the "Armed Forces" with the broader legal definition of "Uniformed Services," thereby extending a $6,000 gross income deduction to these additional groups. The legislation also ensures that military pension and survivor benefit payments received by these newly included veterans remain exempt from state gross income tax. These changes take effect for taxable years beginning on or after January 1 of the year following the bill's enactment.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill expands tax exemptions for veterans, providing tax relief and financial support to a specific group.90% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill expands tax exemptions to include all Uniformed Services, strengthening financial benefits for veterans.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Income Tax Pensions National Guard & Reserve Veteran Benefits

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in committee · New Jersey · Senate Jun 15, 2026

S 4464: Requires NJTA and SJTA to provide toll discount to veterans.

This bill requires the New Jersey Turnpike Authority and the South Jersey Transportation Authority to offer a 50 percent toll discount to eligible veterans. To qualify, a veteran must own or lease a New Jersey-registered vehicle linked to an active electronic toll collection account and provide proof of honorable discharge from the military or National Guard. The authorities must approve applications based on standard military separation documents or valid state and federal veteran identification cards. This change would directly affect New Jersey veterans who use electronic tolling systems on turnpikes and bridges in the state.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill mandates toll discounts for veterans, enhancing accessibility and promoting equitable use of transportation infrastructure.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill mandates toll discounts for veterans, directly expanding their financial benefits and recognizing their service.95% confidence

Sub-Topics National Guard & Reserve Veteran Education

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in committee · New Jersey · Senate Jun 11, 2026

S 4264: Increases days of paid leave of absence for public employees who serve in a Reserve component of the United States Armed Forces.*

This bill increases the amount of paid leave available to public employees in New Jersey who serve in the United States Reserves or National Guard. Under the new provisions, these employees would receive up to 90 work days of paid leave for federal active duty, an increase from the current limit of 30 days. Any time served beyond the 90-day cap would remain unpaid but would not count against the employee's accrued time off. The change applies to full-time or permanent officers and employees across state, county, and municipal agencies.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill expands paid leave benefits for public employees serving in the Reserves, directly strengthening worker protections and benefits.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill increases paid leave for public employees serving in the Reserves, directly expanding benefits and supporting veteran service.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Paid Leave National Guard & Reserve

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in committee · New Jersey · Senate May 11, 2026

S 4124: Waives certain commercial driver license fees for veterans and spouses of veterans.

This bill waives transfer fees for commercial driver licenses for veterans and their spouses moving to New Jersey. It applies to individuals who received an honorable discharge from the U.S. military or National Guard, allowing them to transfer their existing licenses without paying the standard charge. The legislation defines a veteran specifically as someone with an honorable discharge from active or reserve forces or the state National Guard. This change aims to reduce financial barriers for military families relocating to the state.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill waives fees for veterans, reducing financial barriers and expanding benefits.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition National Guard & Reserve Veteran Education

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in committee · New Jersey · Senate May 28, 2026

S 4350: Waives certain professional and occupational licensing fees for veterans and spouses of veterans.

This New Jersey bill waives initial licensing fees for veterans and their spouses, domestic partners, or civil union partners who are applying for professional or occupational licenses in the state. The exemption applies specifically to individuals who already hold a current license in another jurisdiction with requirements that are equivalent to New Jersey's standards. By removing these costs, the legislation aims to reduce financial barriers for military service members and their families when transferring their credentials to New Jersey. The law defines a veteran as anyone who received an honorable discharge from the U.S. Armed Forces or National Guard and sets the effective date for three months after enactment.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill waives licensing fees for veterans and spouses, reducing financial barriers and supporting veteran employment.95% confidence

Sub-Topics National Guard & Reserve Veteran Education Veteran Employment Tags Licensing

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in committee · New Jersey · Senate May 4, 2026

S 4086: Authorizes PANYNJ employees to take military leave.

This bill allows employees of the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey to take paid leave when performing military duties or attending required military training. It covers all types of workers, including full-time, part-time, temporary, and probationary staff, ensuring they do not lose seniority, vacation time, or promotion opportunities while on leave. Employees will receive their regular pay for up to 30 days or 22 working days in a calendar year for active duty, with additional provisions for those serving in combat zones to access healthcare services. The legislation also ensures that pension contributions continue during military leave, with options for employees to make up any shortfall in payments.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill expands paid military leave benefits for all PANYNJ employees, protecting worker rights and seniority.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill authorizes paid military leave for Port Authority employees, protecting their benefits and seniority while performing military duties, directly supporting veteran service and employment.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Paid Leave National Guard & Reserve

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in committee · New Jersey · General Assembly May 4, 2026

A 4873: Prohibits DEP from charging fee for resident mobile sportfishing vehicle permit to veterans, active military members, former or current members of the NJ National Guard or Reserve, or volunteer emergency workers.

This New Jersey bill would exempt veterans, active military personnel, National Guard members, and volunteer emergency workers from paying fees for mobile sportfishing vehicle permits. Under the law, the Department of Environmental Protection cannot charge these residents for permits that allow vehicles to operate on state park beaches for fishing, provided the vehicle is registered in the veteran's name. While these individuals would receive free permits, they are still limited to holding only one at a time and must follow all existing safety rules and regulations. The state agency must also create new rules to define the required proof of eligibility for these fee waivers.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill exempts veterans from permit fees, directly expanding their benefits and recognizing their service.95% confidence

Sub-Topics National Guard & Reserve

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in committee · New Jersey · Senate Mar 10, 2026

SJR 108: Designates November 2026 as Veterans Month in New Jersey.

This bill designates November 2026 as Veterans Month in New Jersey to honor the state's approximately 350,000 military veterans. The resolution allows the Governor to issue a proclamation encouraging public officials and citizens to observe the month with appropriate activities and programs. This measure does not create new funding or policy changes but serves as a symbolic designation to recognize the contributions of those who served in the Armed Forces.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill designates Veterans Month to honor and recognize veterans' contributions, serving as symbolic support for veteran recognition.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition National Guard & Reserve Veteran Education

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in committee · New Jersey · General Assembly Mar 10, 2026

ACR 132: Urges Congress to pass legislation that exempts military retirement pay from federal income taxation.

This New Jersey concurrent resolution urges the U.S. Congress to pass legislation exempting military retirement pay from federal income taxation. It directly affects retired members of the Armed Forces and Reserves who currently pay federal taxes on their retirement benefits based on length of service. The resolution highlights the sacrifices made by military personnel and notes that while some states already offer tax exemptions, federal law currently taxes this income. This document is a non-binding recommendation from New Jersey lawmakers rather than a law itself, as it only expresses support for federal action.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill seeks to exempt military retirement pay from federal taxation, providing tax relief to retired service members, which aligns with supporting tax relief for specific groups.90% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill advocates for tax exemption on military retirement pay, directly benefiting veterans by increasing their financial benefits and recognizing their service sacrifices.95% confidence

Sub-Topics National Guard & Reserve

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