Budget & Taxes

signed · New York · Senate Apr 22, 2026

S 9999: Provides for emergency appropriation for the period April 1, 2026 through April 27, 2026

This bill provides emergency funding to state government agencies to cover essential expenses from April 1, 2026, through April 27, 2026. It authorizes the comptroller to make payments for employee salaries, benefits, and various operational costs while waiting for the full state budget to be finalized. The legislation allocates specific amounts for personal services, non-personal service liabilities, and contracts or grants approved during the fiscal year. This temporary measure ensures that state departments can continue their daily operations and pay staff without interruption during the short gap before the new fiscal year's budget takes effect.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides emergency funding to cover essential state expenses and salaries, directly advancing the budget topic.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

passed · New York · Senate Apr 22, 2026

S 985: Exempts the purchase of certain oral hygiene products from the payment of sales tax

This bill exempts toothpaste, toothbrushes, and dental floss from state sales tax when purchased by consumers. It directly affects individuals buying these oral hygiene products, removing the sales tax obligation on these specific items. The policy change adds these products to the existing list of tax-exempt goods under the state tax law, effective 90 days after enactment. The bill does not alter tax rates for other products or create new government programs.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExempts essential hygiene products from sales tax, providing direct tax relief to consumers and aligning with middle-income tax relief indicators.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

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passed · New York · Senate Apr 22, 2026

S 3835: Establishes the manufactured home community preservation act

Establishes the manufactured home community preservation act to provide financial and technical assistance, within funds available to counties, municipalities, rural preservation companies, and other non-profit housing organizations for their housing preservation efforts; provides that funds in the mortgage insurance fund can be used to provide financial support to local governments and eligible non-profit housing organizations.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesDirectly allocates mortgage insurance fund resources to fund housing preservation programs, aligning with funding essential services under fiscal management.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingProvides financial assistance for manufactured home community preservation, directly funding housing preservation efforts to protect affordable housing options.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

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in committee · New York · Senate Apr 21, 2026

S 3457: Relates to human-relevant research funding for scientific testing on animals and establishes the promoting ethical testing solutions fund

Relates to human-relevant research funding for scientific testing on animals to promote human-relevant research alternatives to scientific animal testing and establishes the promoting ethical testing solutions fund.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesEstablishes 'promoting ethical testing solutions fund,' creating new government spending allocation for research funding.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

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in committee · New York · Senate Apr 21, 2026

S 3309: Provides that where a senior citizen purchases real property after the taxable status date, such person shall be eligible for the enhanced STAR exemption

Provides that where a person who meets the requirements for an enhanced exemption for property owned by senior citizens purchases real property after the levy of taxes, such person may file an application for exemption to the assessor within thirty days of the transfer of title to such person for such exemption.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProvides property tax exemption for seniors, reducing tax burden for lower-income senior citizens through enhanced STAR program.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

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signed · New York · Assembly Apr 20, 2026

A 11010: Provides for emergency appropriation for the period April 1, 2026 through April 22, 2026

This bill provides emergency funding to keep state government operations running from April 1, 2026, through April 22, 2026. The money is allocated to pay state employees, cover routine business expenses, and settle bills for contracts and capital projects approved before or after the start of the fiscal year. These funds support all state departments and agencies, including the executive branch, the legislature, and programs for people with disabilities. The legislation is intended to serve as a temporary financial bridge until the governor's regular annual budget bills are passed and signed into law.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides emergency appropriation to fund state operations, pay employees, and cover essential expenses, directly advancing fiscal management and government funding.90% confidence | Rep's Stance Voted absent

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 absent

passed · New York · Senate Apr 16, 2026

S 1912: Relates to medical assistance coverage for medically tailored meals

This bill requires state medical assistance programs to cover medically tailored meals and medical nutrition therapy for people with chronic conditions. It directly affects individuals with limited daily living abilities who need specialized nutrition to manage illnesses like diabetes or heart disease, as ordered by healthcare providers. The law mandates coverage for nutritional assessments, counseling, and prescribed meals provided by certified dietitians or nutritionists. Implementation requires the health commissioner to adopt regulations within 180 days of the bill's enactment, with federal funding participation required for these services.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesMandates state medical assistance funding for medically tailored meals, increasing public healthcare spending on essential services.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates state medical assistance programs to cover medically tailored meals and therapy for chronic conditions, expanding health coverage and improving patient access to specialized nutrition services.95% confidence | Rep's Stance Voted absent

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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 absent

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 absent