Budget & Taxes

signed · New York · Assembly Aug 21, 2026

A 11474: Extends certain provisions authorizing the city of Syracuse to impose a hotel and motel tax

This bill extends the authority for the city of Syracuse to collect a hotel and motel tax until December 31, 2029. It directly affects hotel and motel operators in Syracuse by allowing the city to continue levying this fee on their businesses for an additional three years. The legislation amends an existing law to update the expiration date, ensuring the tax provision remains in effect without requiring new legislation. The change applies immediately to contracts signed on or after the bill's effective date.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill extends the authority to collect a hotel and motel tax, increasing city revenue for budget purposes.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Budget & Taxes

signed · New York · Assembly Aug 21, 2026

A 10932: Authorizes an occupancy tax in the town of Amherst

This bill authorizes the town of Amherst in Erie County to impose an occupancy tax of up to 2.5% on guests staying in hotels, motels, boarding houses, and similar lodging facilities. The tax applies to the daily rental rate of rooms and is collected by the town's fiscal officer, with the option for lodging owners to collect the tax directly from guests and forward it to the town. Revenues generated from the tax will be deposited into the town's general fund, with 75% available for any lawful purposes and 25% specifically designated for capital improvements to youth sports, health and wellness programs, community centers, parks, and playgrounds. The legislation excludes taxes on government entities, non-profit organizations, and permanent residents who stay in a hotel for at least 30 consecutive days, and it will expire on December 31, 2029.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill authorizes a new occupancy tax to generate revenue for the town's general fund, directly advancing local budget and fiscal management.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Budget & Taxes

signed · New York · Senate Aug 21, 2026

S 9862: Authorizes the town of Minisink to impose a hotel and motel tax

This bill authorizes the town of Minisink in Orange County to impose a five percent tax on hotel and motel stays. The tax applies to transient guests, including those at bed and breakfast establishments, but excludes permanent residents who stay for at least ninety consecutive days. Revenue generated from the tax will be deposited into the town's general fund to support municipal services and infrastructure. The legislation also outlines how the tax will be collected, the frequency of payments, and the process for appealing tax assessments.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill authorizes a new local tax to generate revenue for municipal services and infrastructure, directly advancing fiscal management and funding.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Budget & Taxes

signed · New York · Senate Aug 21, 2026

S 9504: Extends the authority of the city of Poughkeepsie to impose a hotel and motel tax for an additional 3 years

This bill extends the city of Poughkeepsie's authority to collect a tax on hotel and motel stays for an additional three years, allowing the tax to remain in effect until August 23, 2029. The legislation directly affects the city government and hospitality businesses operating within Poughkeepsie by maintaining their ability to levy this revenue-generating charge. The key provision amends existing state law to update the expiration date of the tax authorization, ensuring the city can continue using these funds without needing new legislation. The bill takes effect immediately upon passage and does not change the tax rate or collection process, only the duration of the city's legal authority to impose it.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill extends local tax authority to generate revenue for city government, directly supporting fiscal management and budget needs.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Budget & Taxes

signed · New York · Senate Aug 21, 2026

S 9157: Authorizes the city of Batavia to impose a hotel and motel tax

S 9157 authorizes the city of Batavia to impose a tax of up to three percent on the daily rental rate for hotel and motel rooms, including bed and breakfasts and tourist facilities, but excludes permanent residents (staying 30+ consecutive days) and certain exempt entities like government bodies and non-profits. The city can collect the tax through its chief fiscal officer, with revenues deposited into Batavia's general fund - up to four percent retained for administrative costs and the remainder allocated to community development, tourism, and economic planning. The tax may be enacted for up to three years at a time, and any disputes over collection or refunds must follow specific legal review procedures.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAuthorizes a 3% hotel/motel tax to fund Batavia's general fund, directly increasing municipal tax revenue for budget purposes.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Budget & Taxes

signed · New York · Senate Aug 21, 2026

S 7604: Authorizes the town of Smithtown assessor to accept an application for a real property tax exemption from Tiegerman Community Services, Inc.

Authorizes the town of Smithtown assessor to accept an application for a real property tax exemption from Tiegerman Community Services, Inc. for the 2023-2024 assessment rolls.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesGrants real property tax exemption, reducing local tax revenue for a specific entity, directly limiting government tax collection under Budget & Taxes.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✗ Opposes Budget & Taxes

signed · New York · Senate Aug 21, 2026

S 6047: Permits the town of Monroe to impose a hotel and motel tax

This bill authorizes the town of Monroe to impose a 5% tax on hotel, motel, and bed-and-breakfast room rentals (excluding guests staying 90+ consecutive days as "permanent residents"). It specifies that revenue must be collected by Monroe's fiscal officer and deposited into the town's general fund for any lawful purpose. The tax would expire automatically three years after enactment, with no application to government entities or qualifying nonprofits. The measure directly affects short-term lodging businesses and guests within Monroe, not other municipalities.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAuthorizes Monroe to impose 5% hotel tax for town general fund revenue, directly creating new tax revenue for local budget management.92% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Budget & Taxes

signed · New York · Senate Aug 21, 2026

S 8263: Authorizes the Congregation Khal Mevakshei Hashem, Inc. to receive retroactive real property tax exempt status

Authorizes the Congregation Khal Mevakshei Hashem, Inc. to receive retroactive real property tax exempt status for the 2024 assessment roll and all of the 2023-2024 school taxes.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill grants retroactive tax exemption for specific entity, reducing state revenue and weakening budget revenue collection.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✗ Opposes Budget & Taxes

signed · New York · Senate Aug 21, 2026

S 6834: Authorizes an occupancy tax in the city of Oneonta

This bill authorizes the city of Oneonta to impose a 6% occupancy tax on short-term lodging, including hotels, motels, and bed-and-breakfasts. The tax applies to guests staying overnight in rented rooms, with property owners responsible for collecting and remitting it to the city. Exemptions cover government entities, nonprofits meeting specific criteria, and permanent residents (staying 90+ consecutive days). All revenue generated must fund Oneonta’s general operations, infrastructure, and municipal services.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAuthorizes new 6% occupancy tax for city operations, directly funding municipal budget via dedicated revenue stream for infrastructure and general operations.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Budget & Taxes

signed · New York · Senate Aug 21, 2026

S 8188: Authorizes the town of Rhinebeck, county of Dutchess, to establish hotel and motel taxes within such town

Authorizes the town of Rhinebeck, county of Dutchess, to establish hotel and motel taxes within such town; provides for the repeal of such provisions upon the expiration thereof.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly authorizes a new local tax (hotel/motel) within Budget & Taxes framework, directly advancing tax policy implementation.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Budget & Taxes