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Oroho Calls on Murphy to Stop Rolling Over for New York in Interstate Tax Fight
By BRAD SCHNURE
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Says State and New Jersey Taxpayers Losing Billions Through Governor’s Inaction
Senator Steven Oroho (R-24) called for Governor Phil Murphy to stop giving in without a fight to New York tax officials who are stepping up enforcement to claim income tax payments they don’t deserve from New Jersey residents.
Sen. Steven Oroho called for Gov. Phil Murphy to stop giving in without a fight to New York tax officials who are stepping up enforcement to claim income tax payments they don’t deserve from New Jersey residents. (
We’re here today to announce a new effort to fight back against New York and follow long-held Supreme Court precedent to help cut taxes for New Jersey workers and families, and to support our own state, which could use the extra nickels.
We all know this hasn’t been an easy time for our country, or for New Jersey. More than a year ago, we were literally in the eye of the COVID-19 storm.
Back then, New Jersey issued its statewide stay-at-home order in accordance with CDC guidance so that we could help stop the spread of the virus, prevent our hospitals from becoming overwhelmed, and save lives.
We moved. Do we qualify for the Senior Freeze?
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Q. My husband and I, both over 65, recently sold our primary residence of 40 years. We then moved into our second home at the Jersey Shore, which then became our primary residence. Since retiring, our income qualifies us for the Senior Freeze, but does the fact that we have only lived in this home full-time for several months disqualify us? Moving
But unfortunately, you’re correct. You’re not eligible for the Senior Freeze yet.
The Senior Freeze is a benefit that is available for those age 65 or older or residents who are receiving federal Social Security Disability benefit payments as of Dec. 31, 2019, said Claudia Mott, a certified financial planner with Epona Financial Solutions in Basking Ridge.