1TRENTON, N.J. – A new Republican-backed bill to slash New Jersey’s sales tax to 6 percent has set off a political clash, with Assemblywoman Dawn Fantasia accusing Democratic leaders and New Jersey Governor-Elect Mikie Sherrill of quietly plotting a return to the 7 percent rate long favored by Gov. Phil Murphy.

She says that Governor-elect Mikie Sherrill is reportedly entertaining that proposal.

The measure, Assembly Bill A6006, was introduced by Assemblymen Christopher DePhillips and Al Barlas, with Fantasia as a prime sponsor.

The bill would roll back the state’s 6.625 percent sales and use tax to an even 6 percent beginning January 1, 2026.

The legislation is part of a broader Republican initiative to reduce taxes across the board, an effort party leaders say is aimed at giving res

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