Peter Chen

Peter Chen, Senior Policy Analyst, has worked on child and family policy advocacy in New Jersey since 2014. Most recently, he coordinated New Jersey’s nonprofit campaign for a complete count of the 2020 Census. Additionally, Peter has written reports on topics including: childhood lead poisoning prevention, chronic absenteeism from school, teacher certification, and summer meals. Prior to New Jersey Policy Perspective, Peter was Policy Counsel at Advocates for Children of New Jersey, where he also served as a Skadden Fellow from 2014-16. Peter received his JD from Yale Law School and his Bachelors of Arts from Indiana University-Bloomington. He served as a law clerk for Chief Justice Shirley Abrahamson of the Wisconsin Supreme Court.

Federal Funding Cuts Threaten New Jersey’s Residents

February 21, 2025 • Tax and Budget
Cuts to federal funding for state programs to fund tax breaks for corporations and the ultra-wealthy could harm millions of New Jerseyans.

What to Look for in the New Jersey Budget for Fiscal Year 2026

February 19, 2025 • Tax and Budget
Ahead of Governor Murphy’s final budget address, here are key benchmarks and priorities to evaluate whether the budget sufficiently advances economic, social, and racial justice.

Boost Family Tax Credits to Boost Affordability

February 5, 2025 • Economic Justice, Tax and Budget
New Jersey should expand the Child Tax Credit and Earned Income Tax Credit to help families struggling to make ends meet.

Extending Trump Tax Cuts Would Benefit the Wealthiest New Jerseyans

February 3, 2025 • Tax and Budget
New tax plan would make the wealthiest New Jerseyans richer while cutting programs for families who need help affording basic necessities.

Fair and Square: Changing New Jersey’s Tax Code to Promote Equity and Fiscal Responsibility

November 14, 2024 • Economic Justice, Tax and Budget
Reforming New Jersey’s tax system would reduce income inequality and provide revenues needed for public investments to make the state more affordable.

New Jersey’s Ballot Design Should Prioritize Transparency, Fairness, and Accessibility

November 7, 2024 • Democracy and Media
Testimony from NJPP Senior Policy Analyst Peter Chen before the Assembly Select Committee on Ballot Design.

Taxing “Super Luxury” Home Sales Could Make New Jersey Affordable for More Residents

September 10, 2024 • Economic Justice, Tax and Budget
Increasing the fee on sales of homes sold for over $1 million could raise revenue to help pay for vital public programs.

New Jersey Chooses People Over Profits in the Fiscal Year 2025 State Budget

June 28, 2024 • Tax and Budget
By taxing the world’s most profitable companies to fund public transit, New Jersey’s latest state budget prioritizes people over corporate profits.

Film Tax Credit Expansion is a Bad Deal for New Jersey

June 26, 2024 • Tax and Budget
NJPP & American Economic Liberties Project (AELP): The film tax credit program continues to be a bad investment for New Jersey.

Rushed AI Tax Credit Bill Has High Cost, Few Safeguards

June 26, 2024 • Tax and Budget
Lawmakers are fast-tracking a new tax credit program for Artificial Intelligence businesses without the meaningful safeguards.