https://www state nj us/treasury/taxation/pdf/other forms/lpt/vss

This document outlines the eligibility requirements and application process for the New Jersey Veteran Property Tax Deduction. Recent amendments to the State Constitution, approved November 3, 2020, have eliminated the wartime service requirement for honorably discharged veterans and their surviving spouses to receive the annual $250 property tax deduction. The claim must be filed with the municipal tax assessor or collector, adhering to specific filing periods detailed in the guidelines. The form V.S.S. must be filed by veterans or their surviving spouses/civil union or domestic partners to claim the deduction.