"The state of New Jersey is incurring significant costs for public safety and security for hosting the World Cup games in the Meadowlands. If the state can recoup those costs by assessing fees on the entities sponsoring and producing the games, and on the people attending the games, then that should be something the administration pursues."
"In October, the governor said she would not raise the sales tax. That's exactly what this does."
New Jersey lawmakers propose a temporary sales tax increase from 6.6% to 9.6% in the Meadowlands District to fund public safety costs for the 2026 World Cup. Additional fees include a 50-cent surcharge on ride-share trips and a 2.5% surcharge on hotel bookings, excluding the Jersey Shore. Casinos will face a 10% charge on World Cup bets. The tax measures will be in effect from June 12 to July 21, with a tax credit for residents. Republican lawmakers oppose the bill, citing broken campaign promises.
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