The following is a statement from Christina M. Renna, president and CEO of the Chamber of Commerce Southern New Jersey:
“The Chamber of Commerce Southern New Jersey appreciates Gov. Mikie Sherrill’s straightforward and transparent assessment of the fiscal challenges facing our state in her 2027 budget proposal. We are particularly encouraged by the governor’s commitment not to raise or impose new taxes on New Jersey residents and businesses, even in a difficult budget year.
With affordability and competitiveness top of mind for employers across our region, that commitment, along with a focus on finding efficiencies and making tough but necessary decisions, provides important reassurance to the business community. Employers need stability and predictability to invest, grow and create jobs.
For employers in Southern New Jersey, many of whom compete directly with neighboring Pennsylvania and Delaware, maintaining a stable and competitive fiscal climate is essential to sustaining growth and attracting new investment to the region. Addressing long-standing structural challenges head on is an important step toward strengthening New Jersey’s fiscal foundation and supporting long-term economic growth.
The chamber looks forward to continuing work with the governor, the legislature and stakeholders to advance practical solutions that promote growth, protect taxpayers and keep New Jersey competitive. We remain committed to supporting policies that foster a strong business climate across Southern New Jersey and throughout the state.”
