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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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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passed · New York · Senate Jun 4, 2026

R 2355: Establishes a plan setting forth an itemized list of grantees for a certain appropriation for the 2026-27 state fiscal year for additional grants in aid to certain school districts, public libraries

This bill establishes a plan to distribute state funds for the 2026-27 fiscal year to specific school districts, public libraries, colleges, and non-profit organizations focused on education and the arts. It requires that the allocation of these funds be based on a detailed list of recipients and amounts approved by the Senate and the budget director, which must then be ratified by a majority vote of the Senate. The legislation also allows for the transfer of these funds between agencies like the State Education Department and the State University of New York with specific approvals. Ultimately, the bill directs money to a variety of entities, including several school districts and numerous non-profits such as the Brooklyn Public Library and various educational programming organizations.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates state funds to school districts, libraries, and arts organizations, directly increasing funding for public services.90% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill allocates state funds to school districts and education-focused organizations, directly increasing financial resources for K-12 and higher education.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

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passed · New York · Senate Jun 4, 2026

S 10624: Authorizes the Freeport Bible Center to file an application for a retroactive real property tax exemption with the village of Freeport assessor

Authorizes the Freeport Bible Center to file an application for a retroactive real property tax exemption with the county of Nassau assessor for all applicable taxes from the 2026 assessment roll.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill grants a retroactive tax exemption, providing tax relief which aligns with supporting fiscal relief measures.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

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passed · New York · Senate Jun 4, 2026

S 10185: Relates to legalizing and validating certain actions taken by the town of Aurelius in apportioning water district costs

Legalizes and validates the establishment of a unit-based tax levy by the town of Aurelius in apportioning certain water district costs in violation of current town law.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill validates a unit-based tax levy to apportion water district costs, ensuring revenue collection for essential municipal services and fiscal management.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

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passed · New York · Senate Jun 4, 2026

S 10603: Authorizes Cong Kehal Square of Roman to receive retroactive real property tax exempt status

Authorizes the Cong Kehal Square of Roman to receive retroactive real property tax exempt status for the 2024 assessment roll and all of the 2023-2024 school taxes.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill grants retroactive tax exemption, reducing the tax burden on the religious organization and aligning with fiscal relief indicators.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

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passed · New York · Senate Jun 4, 2026

S 9904: Relates to moneys to be credited to the general account of the unemployment insurance fund

Specifies that moneys credited to the state pursuant to section nine hundred one of the federal social security act are to be credited to the general account of the unemployment insurance fund.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill directs federal unemployment insurance funds to the state general account, increasing available budget resources for the unemployment insurance fund.90% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill allocates federal funds to the state unemployment insurance fund, thereby strengthening worker benefits and financial security.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

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passed both · New York · Assembly Jun 4, 2026

A 10429: Provides a sales tax exemption to any admission charge for a comedy performance

This bill removes sales tax from admission fees for comedy shows, including both scripted and unscripted stand-up performances. It applies to theaters, opera houses, and other venues hosting live comedy acts, as well as cabarets and similar establishments that charge a separate fee for comedic entertainment. The exemption covers both traditional dramatic venues and places that serve food or merchandise alongside comedy performances, provided the admission charge is distinct from food or merchandise sales. The changes will take effect at the start of the next sales tax quarter after the law is enacted, with a minimum 60-day waiting period.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides tax exemption for entertainment, reducing tax burden on consumers and promoting economic activity through lower prices.75% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

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passed · New York · Senate Jun 4, 2026

S 9606: Relates to appropriations to the Barker central school district following the cessation of operations of an electric generating facility located within such district

Relates to appropriations to the Barker central school district following the cessation of operations of an electric generating facility located within such district; permits awards for a period of ten years for the loss of tax revenue.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides appropriations and permits tax revenue awards to school district, directly funding public services and compensating for lost tax revenue.90% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill provides appropriations to a school district to replace lost tax revenue, ensuring continued funding for educational operations.75% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

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