Murphy unveils $53B N.J. budget with property tax relief, tax credits, big spending on pensions, schools
Posted on AllSides February 28th, 2023
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New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy on Tuesday unveiled a proposed $53.1 billion state budget that lifts spending to a new high as tax revenue growth begins to show signs of slowing, saying it will make the state more affordable for millions of residents. “This budget is purpose-built to help our residents find their place in the next New Jersey by securing their place in the New Jersey of right now,” Murphy said in a speech delivered to a joint session of the state Legislature in Trenton. “It is focused on...