Establishes AI Apprenticeship and tax credit programs in NJ.
If you employ AI apprentices in NJ, you can claim tax credits starting 2026.
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What This Means
This bill introduces an Artificial Intelligence Apprenticeship Program in New Jersey, aiming to foster collaboration between AI companies and educational institutions. It also establishes a tax credit program for employers who hire AI apprentices, providing financial incentives to support workforce development in AI technologies. The program is set to begin in 2026, offering up to $5,000 per apprentice in tax credits.
Key Provisions
- Establishes AI Apprenticeship Program in NJ Department of Labor.
- Collaborates with AI companies for apprenticeship opportunities.
- Facilitates partnerships between employers and educational institutions.
- Introduces tax credit for wages paid to AI apprentices.
- Tax credit capped at $5,000 per apprentice per year.
- Applies to privilege periods starting in 2026.
Latest Legislative Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Labor Committee
Bill Sponsors
| Name | Role | District |
|---|---|---|
| Angela Mcknight D | Sponsor | SD-031 |
| Raj Mukherji D | Sponsor | SD-032 |
Compliance Checklist
Who: AI industry employers
Deadline: By 2026
Penalty: Loss of potential tax credits
Who: Employers with qualified apprentices
Deadline: Annually starting 2026
Penalty: No tax credit received
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