“Life in New Jersey is expensive, and we need to figure out how to make it more affordable again.” – Speaker Craig J. Coughlin
Assembly Democrats have made affordability a priority, enacting tax cuts and providing property tax relief for New Jersey residents.
The New Jersey Anchor Property Tax Relief Program has now set a new record as the largest property tax relief initiative in the state's history. Assembly Democrats are proud to have championed this groundbreaking program.
Democrats expanded eligibility for the Senior Freeze Property Tax Relief Program, easing financial burdens.
Democrats broadened eligibility for the Pharmaceutical Assistance to the Aged and Disabled (PAAD) program, which helps older adults save money on their prescription drug costs.
Democrats authored StayNJ, the new law that will provide seniors all over the state with historic property tax relief.
Democrats doubled the Child Tax Credit for working- and middle- class families.
Democrats have also offset local property taxes by providing record state aid to public schools.
