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Gov. Mikie Sherrill holds a news conference in the rotunda at the State House in Trenton on June 30, 2026, after the Fiscal Year 2027 budget was passed by the legislature.
Jul 13, 2026

NJ budget debate continues after $60.7B spending plan signed

Debate continues over New Jersey's $60.7B budget as leaders tout affordability while critics question business costs and transparency.

Gov. Mikie Sherrill gives her first Budget Address in the Assembly Chambers of the State House in Trenton on March 10, 2026.
Jun 23, 2026

NJ leaders reach deal on $60.7B budget plan

With the June 30 deadline approaching, Gov. Sherrill and legislative leaders have reached a deal on a $60.7 billion New Jersey state budget, restoring some Stay NJ funding and tax relief.

Property tax
May 18, 2026

Stay NJ sends second round of senior tax relief

The state has begun issuing next checks for the New Jersey Stay NJ program, which average about $645 for eligible residents.

Gov. Mikie Sherrill unveils her first budget as New Jersey’s 57th governor – a $60.7 billion spending plan – March 10, 2026, in Trenton.
Mar 10, 2026

Sherrill unveils $60.7B NJ budget with property tax relief

Gov. Mikie Sherrill's first state spending plan boosts property tax relief, transit, Medicaid and school aid while closing business tax loopholes.

Property tax
Feb 10, 2026

New Jersey begins issuing Stay NJ property tax relief payments

The state has started mailing the quarterly checks to an estimated 430,000 eligible seniors and disabled homeowners who applied through the PAS-1 combined application.