NJ Updates: Events, Deadlines, Programs, Guidance, and More

Luckily, New Jersey is one of the best states in the country when it comes to financial aid. MyDegree.NJ.gov provides valuable information about aid that you may qualify for ? so you'll have what you need to help navigate your path back to finishing your degree. Learn more at MyDegree.NJ.gov.

You may be one of over one million New Jersey residents eligible to receive property tax relief under the ANCHOR program. But the filing deadline is Friday, December 29th, 2023 at 11:59 p.m.

To be eligible for this year's benefit, you must have occupied your primary residence on October 1st, 2020, file (or be exempt from) NJ income taxes and meet income requirements.

Homeowners and renters can apply online and by mail. Homeowners also have the option to apply by phone by calling 1-877-658-2972. Learn more at anchor.nj.gov.

New Jersey's statewide minimum wage will increase by $1.00 to $15.13 per hour for most employees on January 1st, 2024. Employees of small or seasonal businesses, direct care staffers at long term care facilities, tipped workers, and agricultural employees are subject to a different minimum wage scale.

A 2023 law requires landlords and sellers of real estate to notify tenants or prospective buyers about flood risk to the property. Learn about the flood risk to your property with the New Jersey Flood Risk Notification Tool. Enter a New Jersey property address to access an interactive map that displays flood risk data from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). Visitors may also opt to send a copy of the report to a recipient via email.

Cold and flu season is in full swing. New Jerseyans are encouraged to take precautions to keep themselves and their loved ones healthy.

Basic strategies to prevent the spread of viruses include staying up to date on your vaccinations, washing your hands often, coughing or sneezing into your elbow, and staying home if you're feeling or are sick.

Check with your health care provider to learn how best to protect yourself and your family from the flu, COVID-19, and RSV, especially if you have a weakened immune system.

Find locations offering COVID-19 vaccines on vaccines.gov. Visit NJ.gov/health/vaccines for more information.?Free COVID-19 test kits are available from the federal government.