Budget & Taxes

passed · New York · Senate Mar 30, 2026

S 5563: Allows for the examination of industrial development agencies and not-for-profit corporations by county comptrollers

Bill S 5563 allows county comptrollers to conduct audits of specific organizations located within their county. This includes examining projects and actions undertaken by industrial development agencies (IDAs). It also permits audits of not-for-profit corporations that are affiliated with, sponsored by, or created by county, city, town, or village governments. In counties without a comptroller, the chief elected official would designate either the budget director or finance director to perform these audits.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesEnables county comptroller audits of IDAs and nonprofits, promoting fiscal oversight and accountability in government spending management.85% confidence | Rep's Stance Voted absent

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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

passed · New York · Senate Mar 19, 2026

S 2556: Relates to disposals and contracts for disposal of property

This bill (S 2556) requires New York public authorities to sell or transfer property at fair market value unless specific exemptions apply, such as sales to other government entities or if the transfer serves a clear public interest. It adds new rules for contracts containing "right of first refusal," mandating that property must transfer at or above fair market value when that right is exercised. Authorities must publicly disclose detailed information about below-market sales - including appraisals, transfer purposes, community benefits, and competing offers - and provide written notice to state officials for non-government sales. The law affects all state public authorities managing public assets, ensuring transparency and preventing undervalued sales without proper justification.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesEnforces fair market value sales to prevent revenue loss, promoting fiscal responsibility in property disposal.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

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passed · New York · Senate Mar 19, 2026

S 3204: Creates the offense of defrauding the government in the first degree and expands the definition of conspiracy in the fourth degree; relates to expanding the definition of tax fraud acts

Creates the offense of defrauding the government in the first degree; expands the definition of conspiracy in the fourth degree; relates to expanding the definition of tax fraud acts.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill targets tax fraud via criminal penalties, strengthening enforcement to protect government revenue and fiscal integrity.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

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died · New York · Senate Mar 18, 2026

S 8170: Authorizes a tax abatement for alterations and improvements to multiple dwellings for purposes of preserving habitability in affordable housing

This bill extends deadlines for tax abatements on eligible renovations to multiple dwelling buildings. It changes the deadline for completing eligible construction from June 30, 2025, to June 30, 2026, and extends the period cities can grant tax abatements until June 30, 2026. The bill directly affects building owners making eligible improvements and local governments administering these tax breaks under the multiple dwelling law. It does not create new programs but provides additional time for compliance with existing tax abatement rules. The key change is the one-year extension to both construction completion dates and local government authorization periods.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExtends tax abatement deadlines for property owners, providing continued tax relief under existing program without altering tax rates or funding.90% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingExtends tax abatement deadlines for renovations to multiple dwellings, encouraging building improvements that support housing development and maintenance without restricting affordability.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

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passed · New York · Senate Mar 16, 2026

S 3736: Relates to project applications and advisory opinions of the public authorities control board

This bill requires public benefit corporations applying for state loans or grants to submit detailed, written terms in their applications. For loans and grants tied to job creation or retention, applicants must include specific clawback provisions (funds returned if job targets aren't met) and binding agreements from job recipients. Applications must also detail project costs, funding sources, property ownership, repayment terms, interest rates, security, and restrictions. The bill applies to all new projects but exempts certain older projects already underway as of specific dates (1976-1983). It aims to increase transparency and accountability in how state funds are used for job-related initiatives.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesRequires clawback provisions and detailed financial disclosures for state loans/grants, promoting fiscal accountability in public fund allocation.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

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died · New York · Senate Mar 13, 2026

S 643: Establishes the youth justice innovation fund

Establishes the youth justice innovation fund to make funds available to community-based organizations for services and programs with the purpose of youth development and preventing youth arrest and incarceration.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill establishes a new fund allocating state resources to community organizations for youth development programs, directly increasing public service funding under budget appropriations.90% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticePrevents youth arrest/incarceration via community programs, aligning with reform goals of reducing recidivism and improving rehabilitation.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

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passed · New York · Senate Mar 12, 2026

R 1722: Senate budget resolution in response to the 2026-2027 Executive Budget submission

This Senate resolution formally adopts the New York State Senate's proposed budget amendments for the 2026-2027 fiscal year in response to the Governor's executive budget submission. The bill incorporates specific legislative bills that modify funding levels for various state agencies, including increases for aging services, local aid, and agriculture, while reducing capital project funding to zero. It establishes the Senate's official budget position to facilitate the conference committee process where the Senate and Assembly will reconcile differences before final passage. The resolution also includes a requirement for the Office for the Aging to publish an annual report on budget spending for the senior population.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill adopts Senate budget amendments increasing funding for aging services, local aid, and agriculture, demonstrating support for state budget allocations and public services.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Budget & Taxes

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passed · New York · Senate Mar 5, 2026

S 3665: Expands the tax exemption for new farm buildings

S 3665 expands the real property tax exemption for new farm buildings. It includes structures used for the on-farm processing of agricultural and horticultural commodities. Additionally, the bill extends the exemption to cover buildings used for the on-farm sale of maple syrup, honey, and beeswax. This change benefits farmers and agricultural businesses by reducing their property tax burden on these specific types of structures. The act takes effect one year after becoming law, applying to assessment rolls prepared on

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExpands tax exemption for farm buildings, reducing property tax burden on agricultural structures, aligning with tax relief indicators for businesses.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

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passed · New York · Senate Feb 26, 2026

S 3574: Relates to notification of a senior real property tax exemption

This bill requires local tax offices to send seniors two notices about renewing their real property tax exemption. It mandates an initial notice 60 days before the tax deadline and a second notice 30 days before if the renewal application hasn't been received. Seniors must submit a completed application by the deadline to maintain their exemption, and tax offices must notify them of approval or denial within three days of the assessment roll closing. This applies directly to seniors who previously qualified for the exemption and need to renew it annually.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesEnsures seniors maintain tax exemption through required notices, supporting tax relief for seniors.80% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

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