Budget & Taxes

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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passed · New York · Senate Jun 4, 2026

R 2352: Amends a plan setting forth an itemized list of grantees for a certain appropriation for additional grants in aid certain educational and not-for-profit institutions

This bill amends a previous resolution to officially distribute state funding for the 2025-26 fiscal year to specific educational and arts organizations. It directs money to the New York State Council on the Arts, the State University of New York, and the State Education Department, listing individual recipients and exact grant amounts for each. The legislation requires that these allocations be approved by the temporary president of the Senate and the director of the budget before funds are released. Additionally, it allows for the transfer of these funds between the listed agencies with the same executive approvals.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates state funding to educational and arts organizations, directly advancing budget appropriations for public services.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill explicitly allocates state funding to educational institutions and the State Education Department, directly strengthening financial resources for 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 both · New York · Assembly Jun 4, 2026

A 11412: Requires an annual brownfields redevelopment tax credit report

This bill requires the state tax commissioner to publish an annual report on brownfields redevelopment tax credits by June 30th each year. The report will list the names of entities claiming these credits, the specific amounts of tax benefits received, and details about the projects funded, such as construction jobs, wage rates, and the number of minority and women-owned businesses involved. By making this information public, the legislation aims to increase transparency regarding how the state's tax incentives for cleaning up contaminated sites are being utilized. The requirement for this report applies to all taxpayers who claimed the credit in the previous calendar year.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill enhances transparency in tax credit usage, promoting fiscal responsibility and accountability in government spending.75% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

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in committee · New York · Senate Jun 4, 2026

S 10432: Extends provisions of law relating to temporary investments by local governments

This bill extends the expiration date of a law governing how local governments can make temporary investments from 2026 to 2029. It directly affects municipalities and other local entities that manage public funds by allowing them to continue using existing investment rules for a longer period. The legislation ensures that any investments made before the new deadline remain subject to the same conditions as before, while also clarifying that the act applies retroactively if passed after the original 2026 date.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill extends investment rules for local governments, promoting fiscal management and protecting public funds.75% 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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in committee · New York · Senate Jun 4, 2026

S 9900: Relates to extending provisions relating to statutory installment bonds

This bill extends the expiration date for provisions governing statutory installment bonds within the local finance law. It updates the deadline for these financial instruments to September 30, 2029, allowing local governments to continue using them for funding purposes. The amendment ensures the current rules remain in full force and effect until the new expiration date. The legislation takes effect immediately upon passage.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill extends statutory installment bonds, enabling local governments to continue accessing funding for essential services and projects, thereby supporting fiscal management and budget stability.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

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