Sales tax hike could be coming in 2026—NJ Top News Eric Scott Published: December 4, 2025

Here's the stories you'll be talking about on the New Jersey 101.5 Morning Show on Thursday:

The lame duck session of the legislature is always one of the most dangerous times in Trenton.

That is the few weeks before the election in November and when the new governor and legislature assumes power in January.

It's the time when controversial and unpopular legislation is often passed, because the outgoing governor and legislative members have nothing to lose. (Think of Chris Christie's gas tax hike.)

Rumors have been circulating for days about another possible tax hike. This would involve the sales tax. Multiple sources have told me Gov.-elect Mikie Sherrill has been pressing fellow Democrats

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