Expands eligibility under New Jersey earned income tax credit program to allow taxpayers who are victims of domestic abuse to claim credit with filing status of married filing separately.

Also relevant to:Low-income / working-class

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This bill changes the rules for New Jersey's earned income tax credit program. It allows married individuals who are victims of domestic abuse and living apart from their spouse to claim the credit even if they file taxes separately. This change aims to help victims of domestic abuse who might otherwise lose out on tax credits because they cannot file jointly with their abuser.

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