Budget & Taxes

signed · New York · Assembly May 11, 2026

A 11295: Provides for emergency appropriation for the period April 1, 2026 through May 14, 2026

This bill provides emergency funding for state government operations from April 1, 2026, through May 14, 2026, to ensure essential services continue while the regular annual budget is being finalized. The legislation allocates money to cover employee salaries and benefits, operational expenses, and payments for approved contracts and grants across all state departments and agencies. Specific funds are designated for personal services, non-personal service liabilities, and capital project costs incurred during this interim period. The bill authorizes the state comptroller to make these payments immediately, bridging the gap until the governor submits and the legislature enacts the full fiscal year budget.

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

signed · New York · Senate May 7, 2026

S 10221: Provides for emergency appropriation for the period April 1, 2026 through May 11, 2026

This bill provides emergency funding to keep state government operations running from April 1, 2026, through May 11, 2026, while waiting for the regular annual budget to be finalized. It authorizes the comptroller to pay salaries and benefits for state employees, cover essential non-personal expenses like supplies and utilities, and fund approved contracts and capital projects. The legislation allocates nearly $1.8 billion for employee compensation, $56 million for general state operations, and an additional $30 million for various contracts and grants. These funds are intended to ensure that all state departments and agencies can continue their normal activities without interruption during this specific two-month period.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides emergency funding to keep state government operations running, funding salaries and essential services.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

passed · New York · Senate May 7, 2026

S 664: Relates to assessment and taxation of lessees and users of certain tax exempt property

Subjects to taxation the possessory interest of a private individual or corporation which uses real property owned by the United States or the state, except for real property owned by public authorities, for business purposes; excludes private property where the use is for a concession available to the general public located on property, such as parks, available for the use of the general public.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExpands tax base by taxing business users of tax-exempt property, generating additional state revenue without targeting middle/lower income.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

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in committee · New York · Senate May 5, 2026

S 3950: Expands the empire state apprenticeship tax credit to include additional credit for people with disabilities

This bill expands New York's existing apprenticeship tax credit by adding a $500 annual tax credit for employers who hire individuals with disabilities as apprentices. It directly affects employers participating in state-approved apprenticeship programs who hire people meeting the state's disability definition (from Executive Law §292(21)). The new credit applies separately from the existing annual credit structure for apprentice years (e.g., $2,000 for first-year apprentices), providing an additional incentive for disability inclusion. The change takes effect immediately upon enactment.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAdds $500 tax credit for employers hiring disabled apprentices, providing direct tax relief under state tax code.90% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill adds $500 tax credit for employers hiring disabled apprentices, directly expanding employment opportunities and promoting inclusive hiring for a vulnerable workforce segment.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

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passed · New York · Senate May 5, 2026

S 1636: Authorizes the city school district of the city of Salamanca to establish a reserve fund for federal impact aid in the event such aid is reduced

This bill authorizes Salamanca City School District to create a reserve fund (capped at $5 million) using existing district funds if federal impact aid decreases. The fund would stabilize school tax levies and maintain educational services if federal aid is reduced, directly affecting Salamanca students and taxpayers. Voter approval via a separate ballot question is required before establishing the fund, and withdrawals would be disclosed in annual budget reports. The bill specifies that funds would be drawn from unassigned balances or other existing reserves, not new taxes.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesPrevents tax increases by stabilizing school levies using existing funds if federal aid drops, aligning with fiscal responsibility.85% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationAuthorizes reserve fund to maintain educational services if federal aid decreases, protecting current funding stability for Salamanca schools.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

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signed · New York · Senate May 4, 2026

S 10166: Provides for emergency appropriation for the period April 1, 2026 through May 6, 2026

This bill provides an emergency appropriation of approximately $1.8 billion to fund state government operations from April 1, 2026, through May 6, 2026. The funds are designated to pay salaries for state employees, cover non-personal service liabilities like supplies and utilities, and finance approved contracts and grants. These measures ensure that essential services continue during a brief period before the governor submits the regular annual budget for the fiscal year. The legislation authorizes the comptroller to make these payments immediately without waiting for the full budget to be enacted by the legislature.

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

signed · New York · Senate May 4, 2026

S 10167: Relates to the administration of certain funds and accounts related to the 2026-2027 budget, authorizing certain payments and transfers

This bill directs the state comptroller to provide loans to specific transportation accounts, including those for transit authorities, railroads, and public transportation systems. It also authorizes a transfer of up to $48.85 million from the general fund to the MTA financial assistance fund and mobility tax trust account by March 31, 2027. The legislation takes effect immediately but will automatically be repealed once the official 2026-2027 budget is enacted.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill authorizes funding transfers and loans to transportation accounts, directly advancing state budget management and public service funding.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill authorizes loans and transfers to fund transit authorities, railroads, and public transportation systems.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

passed · New York · Senate May 4, 2026

S 2291: Expands the applicability of the assessment exemption for living quarters for parent or grandparent

Expands the applicability of the assessment exemption for living quarters for parent or grandparent to include living quarters constructed or reconstructed before the effective date of the section providing such exemption.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExpands property tax exemption for family living quarters, providing tax relief. (199 chars)85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

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signed · New York · Senate Apr 27, 2026

S 10060: Provides for emergency appropriation for the period April 1, 2026 through April 30, 2026

This bill provides an emergency appropriation of approximately $1.5 billion to fund state government operations for the month of April 2026. It directly affects all state departments, agencies, and employees by authorizing payments for salaries, benefits, and necessary business expenses. The legislation ensures that the state can continue paying its workers and covering operational costs while waiting for the governor to submit the official annual budget. Once signed into law, these funds become available immediately to prevent any interruption in government services during the fiscal year.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides emergency funding to ensure state operations and employee salaries continue, directly advancing fiscal management and budget stability.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill provides emergency funding to ensure state employees receive salaries and benefits, directly supporting worker compensation and operational continuity.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

died · New York · Senate Apr 27, 2026

S 2124: Authorizes the pass-through or transfer of the credits for rehabilitation of historic properties

Authorizes the pass-through or transfer of the credits for rehabilitation of historic properties; authorizes the allocation of the credit in a separate manner from any federal certified historic tax credit.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill authorizes tax credit transfers for historic property rehabilitation, enabling tax incentives under fiscal management. Directly addresses tax policy through credit allocation.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

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