Budget & Taxes

passed both · New York · Senate Jun 5, 2026

S 9947: Relates to the collection and use of foreign fire insurance premium taxes

Updates provisions regarding the collection and use of foreign fire insurance premium taxes by the Centerport Volunteer Exempt Firefighter's Benevolent Association.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill clarifies collection and use of foreign fire insurance premium taxes, ensuring funds support the volunteer firefighter association.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

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passed both · New York · Senate Jun 5, 2026

S 10077: Permits the town of Southeast, Putnam county, to lease certain sports field fences for advertisements

This bill authorizes the town of Southeast in Putnam County to rent out fences around the John E. Markel Memorial Park for advertisements. It allows a local non-profit organization to manage these ad spaces in exchange for a small fee, with all earnings strictly designated for the park's maintenance and care. The legislation overrides any existing local rules that might have prevented this specific type of lease agreement. Once passed, the town can immediately begin implementing this arrangement to generate funds for the park.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill generates revenue for park maintenance, promoting fiscal responsibility and funding public services.60% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

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in committee · New York · Senate Jun 5, 2026

S 9484: Excludes child day care providers from restrictions on receiving financial assistance from industrial development agencies

This bill removes child day care providers from a restriction that currently prevents them from receiving financial assistance from industrial development agencies. The change applies to local government projects where retail sales make up more than one-third of the total cost, which would otherwise block funding for such facilities. By explicitly exempting child day care providers, the legislation allows these businesses to access the same financial support available to other types of projects. The amendment takes effect immediately upon passage.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill expands access to financial assistance for child day care providers, increasing funding availability for essential services and promoting fiscal support for community programs.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

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passed · New York · Senate Jun 5, 2026

S 9113: Relates to liability insurance for voluntary foster care agencies

Establishes participation in assigned risk plans for voluntary foster care agencies (Part A); requires the office of children and family services to establish standards of payment for liability insurance costs beginning July 1, 2028 for the 2027-2028 rate year that ensures the maximum state aid rate accurately reflect the year over year increased costs for voluntary foster care agencies; directs such office to establish an application process (Part B); establishes the voluntary foster care agency insurance bridge fund; establishes a process for the distribution of moneys in such fund; sets eligibility requirements; requires certain supporting documentation (Part C).

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill ensures state aid rates reflect rising insurance costs for foster care agencies, supporting program funding through fiscal management.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

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died · New York · Senate Jun 5, 2026

S 1457: Provides for adjustment of the maximum income threshold for eligibility for SCRIE, DRIE, SCHE and DHE by any increase in the consumer price index

Provides for adjustment of the maximum income threshold for eligibility for the senior citizen rent increase exemption (SCRIE), disability rent increase exemption (DRIE), senior citizen homeowners' exemption (SCHE), and disabled homeowners' exemption (DHE) by any increase in the consumer price index (CPI).

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAdjusts tax exemption thresholds to maintain eligibility amid inflation, preserving tax relief for seniors/disabled homeowners - a direct tax relief measure for lower-income groups.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingAdjusts income thresholds for housing exemptions (SCRIE/DRIE/SCHE/DHE) to CPI, maintaining affordability for seniors/disabled renters/homeowners. Directly supports tenant protections and affordable housing access.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

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in committee · New York · Senate Jun 5, 2026

S 4828: Authorizes certain exemptions from school district real property taxes for volunteer firefighters

S 4828 creates a property tax exemption for volunteer firefighters in New York school districts. It allows enrolled volunteer firefighters (and their spouses) to exempt their primary residence from school district real property taxes, provided they live in the district served by their fire company, own the home as their primary residence, and have served at least five years (or 20+ years for lifetime exemption). The exemption value is capped at $12,000 multiplied by the state equalization rate for the area. School districts must adopt a local law after a public hearing to implement the exemption, and applicants must file with the school district assessor. The bill directly affects qualifying volunteer firefighters residing in the school district where they serve.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCreates property tax exemption for volunteer firefighters, reducing their tax burden as tax relief for middle-income residents.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

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passed · New York · Senate Jun 4, 2026

R 2346: Amends a plan setting forth an itemized list of grantees for certain appropriations for services and expenses of economic development and community services organizations

This bill amends a previous resolution to update the list of organizations receiving state funds for economic development and community services. It allows these funds to be moved between agencies with approval from the Senate's temporary president and the budget director. The money must be distributed based on a specific plan that lists each recipient and their amount, which requires a majority vote from all elected Senators. Finally, the bill adds two specific organizations to the approved list of grantees for the current fiscal year.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill updates and maintains funding lists for economic development and community services, ensuring state appropriations continue to support essential programs.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

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passed · New York · Senate Jun 4, 2026

R 2353: Establishes a plan setting forth an itemized list of grantees for a certain appropriation for the 2025-26 state fiscal year for services and expenses of human services and veterans community services organization

This bill establishes a detailed list of organizations that will receive state funding for human services and veterans community services during the 2025-26 fiscal year. It authorizes the transfer of these funds between specific agencies, such as the Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance and the Department of Veterans' Services, with approval from the Senate leadership and the budget director. The resolution includes an itemized schedule specifying the exact dollar amounts each recipient organization will receive. Additionally, the bill requires that this allocation plan be formally approved by a majority vote of the Senate before the funds are spent.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates specific funding for human services and veterans organizations, directly advancing the budget topic by increasing government spending on essential programs.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill explicitly allocates state funding for veterans community services organizations, directly advancing veteran support programs.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

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passed · New York · Senate Jun 4, 2026

R 2354: Amends a plan establishing itemized list of grantees for 2025-2026 providing community public health programs and services

This bill amends a previous resolution to update the list of recipients for state funding dedicated to community public health programs in the 2025-2026 fiscal year. It authorizes the transfer of these funds to specific state departments or agencies with approval from the Senate's temporary president and the budget director. The legislation requires that any distribution of money follow a plan detailing either a specific list of grantees with their amounts or a clear allocation method, which must be approved by a majority vote of the Senate. Additionally, the bill explicitly includes a grant of $20,000 to HANAC, Inc. as part of the updated funding schedule.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates state funds to public health programs and establishes a clear distribution plan for fiscal year 2025-2026.90% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill allocates state funding for community public health programs and services, directly strengthening healthcare infrastructure.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

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passed · New York · Senate Jun 4, 2026

R 2349: Amends a plan establishing itemized list of grantees for 2025-2026 providing community safety and restorative justice programs

This bill amends a previous resolution to update the official list of organizations receiving state funding for community safety and restorative justice programs in the 2025-2026 fiscal year. It directly affects local government agencies, community-based service providers, and non-profit groups that offer services such as domestic violence support, gun violence prevention, legal aid, and gang reduction strategies. The key provision adds a detailed itemized list of specific grantees and their corresponding funding amounts to the existing plan, ensuring transparency in how the money is distributed. Additionally, the bill maintains the requirement that these funds can only be allocated or transferred between state agencies with approval from the temporary president of the Senate and the director of the budget.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill updates and maintains funding lists for community safety and restorative justice programs, indicating continued state financial support for essential services.85% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill funds community safety and restorative justice programs, which aligns with rehabilitation and crime reduction goals.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

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