Life in Jersey is just too expensive. Folks love it here, but rising costs are pricing them out—whether it’s after graduation, while raising a family, or in retirement. My “Lower Costs Plan for Jersey” tackles the biggest expenses crushing Jersey families. Here’s my plan:
Lower Childcare Costs
- New Jersey has the second highest childcare costs in the country—that’s not sustainable. Josh will double the state Child Tax Credit from $500 to $1,000, expand eligibility, support child care centers and workers, deliver Universal Pre-K and all-day kindergarten for every kid in Jersey, and make free school meals available for all students.
Lower Utility Bills
- Jersey families already pay 32% more than the national average for household energy, and utility bills are set to get even more expensive this summer. Josh will expand Jersey’s energy supply with an all-of-the-above approach, invest in our grid and energy infrastructure, and provide utility assistance, rebates, and tax credits to lower bills.
Lower the Cost of Housing
- Jersey is short more than 200,000 housing units, which drives up costs. Josh already announced his plan to lower property taxes by 15 percent and provide rental rebates, but there is still more to be done. Josh will make it easier to build more housing that’s affordable by taking a one-stop-shop approach and setting a shot clock on approvals and reviews. He’ll focus on building near mass transit hubs and repurpose abandoned office parks and government-owned land to expand supply.
Lower the Cost of Healthcare
- Jersey families deserve quality, affordable healthcare. Josh’s plan will lower drug prices and reduce insurance costs, helping families afford the care they need. He will defend reproductive rights, fight extremists’ attempts to take away healthcare in Washington, and ensure New Jersey meets the growing care needs of seniors.
Lower the Price of Food
- Egg prices are up nearly 40%, and Donald Trump isn’t living up to his promise to lower costs. Josh’s plan will crack down on price fixing, tackle meat processor monopolies, and expand in-state food production—so Jersey eats the food we grow here and prices go down.
Read my full Lower Costs Plan for Jersey here.
