Budget & Taxes

signed · New York · Assembly Apr 16, 2026

A 11000: Provides for emergency appropriation for the period April 1, 2026 through April 20, 2026

This bill provides emergency funding to keep state government operations running from April 1, 2026, through April 20, 2026, while waiting for the full annual budget to be passed. It allocates money to pay state employees' salaries, cover routine business expenses, and settle debts related to approved contracts and capital projects. The funds are distributed across all state departments and agencies to ensure that essential services continue without interruption during this short period.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides emergency funding to maintain state operations and pay employee salaries, directly supporting budget continuity.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

signed · New York · Senate Apr 13, 2026

S 9883: Provides for emergency appropriation for the period April 1, 2026 through April 16, 2026

This bill provides emergency funding to keep state government operations running from April 1, 2026, until April 16, 2026, while waiting for the regular annual budget to be finalized. The money is allocated to pay state employees' salaries, cover essential business expenses, and fund approved contracts and grants for various departments. Specific amounts are set aside for personal services, non-personal operational costs, and capital projects to ensure that government functions continue without interruption during this short period.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides emergency funding to maintain state government operations and pay employee salaries, directly advancing fiscal management and budget continuity.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

signed · New York · Senate Apr 7, 2026

S 9818: Provides for emergency appropriation for the period April 1, 2026 through April 14, 2026

This bill provides emergency funding to the state government to cover essential expenses from April 1, 2026, through April 14, 2026, while waiting for the full annual budget to be finalized. The money is allocated to state departments, agencies, and the judiciary to pay employee salaries, benefits, and operational costs such as utilities and services. Specifically, it authorizes the comptroller to release funds for personal services like payroll and non-personal services including general state charges and aid to localities. This temporary measure ensures that government operations continue smoothly during a short gap in the fiscal year without requiring new legislation.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides emergency funding to cover essential state expenses, salaries, and operations, directly advancing fiscal management and government spending.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill provides emergency funding to ensure state employees receive salaries and benefits, directly supporting labor standards and worker financial stability.75% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

signed · New York · Assembly Mar 31, 2026

A 10760: Provides for emergency appropriation for the period April 1, 2026 through April 7, 2026

This bill provides emergency funding for state government operations from April 1 through April 7, 2026, to ensure payments continue while regular appropriations are being processed. It allocates approximately $248 million for employee payroll, $10 million for non-payroll operational expenses, and $6.4 million for federal food and nutrition assistance programs. The legislation also includes $609.9 million for the Medical Assistance Program (Medicaid) and covers various employee benefits such as social security contributions and retirement plan costs. This temporary funding allows state departments and agencies to maintain essential services during the brief gap before the full fiscal year budget is enacted.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides emergency funding for state operations, payroll, Medicaid, and essential programs, directly advancing budget allocation and government spending.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill allocates $609.9 million for Medicaid, directly funding healthcare services and maintaining program operations.85% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill allocates $248M for employee payroll and covers employee benefits, directly supporting worker compensation and employment operations75% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

signed · New York · Senate Mar 27, 2026

S 8790: Establishes the combat zone service exemption

Authorizes municipalities to offer a real property tax exemption for combat zone service members who at any time during the taxable year performed active duty in the armed forces in a combat zone; defines terms; makes related provisions.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill creates real property tax exemption for combat zone service members, providing targeted tax relief that aligns with supporting tax policy for specific groups.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransProvides tax exemption for combat veterans, directly expanding benefits and recognizing service through municipal property tax relief.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

signed · New York · Senate Feb 13, 2026

S 8803: Relate to a real property tax exemption for veterans with a one hundred percent service connected disability

This bill creates a new property tax exemption for the primary residence of veterans with a 100% service-connected disability. It applies to veterans who were honorably discharged, have a 100% disability rating from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, and meet specific criteria like permanent total disability or receipt of VA benefits. The exemption fully removes property taxes and special assessments for qualifying veterans' primary homes, in addition to existing tax benefits. The law takes effect for tax assessments dated October 1, 2026, and does not reduce a property's taxable value below zero.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCreates property tax exemption for veterans, reducing tax burden. Direct tax relief aligns with fiscal policy support for vulnerable groups.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransCreates property tax exemption for veterans with 100% service-connected disability, removing financial burden on primary residence and expanding tax benefits.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

signed · New York · Senate Feb 13, 2026

S 8783: Makes technical corrections relating to authorizing the Bedford Hills Fire District to file an application for exemption from school and real property taxes

Makes technical corrections relating to authorizing the Bedford Hills Fire District to file an application for exemption from school and real property taxes for the 2022-2023 assessment years.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill enables Bedford Hills Fire District tax exemption from school/real property taxes, providing direct tax relief for a government entity under fiscal management policy.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

signed · New York · Assembly Feb 13, 2026

A 9479: Relates to the mechanical insulation energy savings program

This bill establishes a program to help school districts and eligible public buildings (like housing or hospitals) with structures over 20,000 square feet reduce energy costs through mechanical insulation upgrades. It requires free, qualified energy audits to identify needed insulation work and provides competitive grants covering 50% to 75% of approved insulation costs for HVAC systems, piping, and equipment. Grants are issued on a first-come basis after an approved audit, with the program to be implemented within one year of enactment. The law defines specific requirements for qualified contractors and insulation standards to ensure energy savings.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProvides state grants covering 50-75% of insulation costs for public buildings, increasing government spending on infrastructure energy efficiency programs.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill provides grants for school district energy efficiency upgrades, reducing operational costs and supporting school infrastructure, a key aspect of education funding and facilities.85% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill provides grants for insulation upgrades to reduce energy costs in public buildings, directly advancing energy efficiency through funding and mandatory audits.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

signed · New York · Assembly Feb 13, 2026

A 9514: Relates to the effectiveness of certain provisions relating to excluding certain food donations from sales tax

This bill extends the tax exemption for certain food donations until July 1, 2026. It directly affects food banks, restaurants, and grocers that donate surplus food, allowing them to continue avoiding sales tax on those donations during this period. The key change modifies the effective date of a 2025 tax law provision, aligning it with a prior legislative proposal and setting July 1, 2026, as the new deadline. This maintains the existing policy without altering the scope of eligible donations or tax treatment. The bill was recently passed by the Senate and returned to the Assembly for further consideration.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExtends tax exemption for food donations, providing tax relief to donors (food banks/restaurants) and maintaining existing fiscal support without altering scope.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

signed · New York · Senate Dec 19, 2025

S 4043: Authorizes the Bedford Hills Fire District to file an application for exemption from school and real property taxes

Authorizes the Bedford Hills Fire District to file an application for exemption from school and real property taxes for the 2022-2023 assessment years.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAuthorizes tax exemption for fire district, providing tax relief to a public entity without increasing tax burden.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes