Budget & Taxes

in committee · New York · Senate Apr 16, 2026

S 9918: Provides for emergency appropriation for the period April 1, 2026 through April 20, 2026

This bill provides emergency funding to keep state government operations running from April 1, 2026, through April 20, 2026, while waiting for the regular annual budget to be passed. It authorizes the comptroller to pay salaries for state employees, cover essential non-personal expenses like supplies and utilities, and settle outstanding bills for approved contracts and capital projects. The legislation allocates specific amounts to cover personal services, general state charges, and various operational liabilities incurred during this short interim period.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides emergency funding to maintain state government operations and pay essential expenses, directly advancing fiscal management and budget continuity.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations Audits & Accountability State Budget

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jun 3, 2026

A 10982: Authorizes the town of Lancaster to impose an occupancy tax

This bill authorizes the town of Lancaster in Erie County to impose a new occupancy tax of up to three percent on guests staying in hotels, motels, and bed and breakfasts. The tax applies only to overnight visitors who do not live in the facility for at least 90 consecutive days, while exempting government entities and certain non-profit organizations. Revenue collected from this tax would be deposited into the town's general fund and can be used for any lawful purpose. The legislation allows the town to set its own rules for collecting the tax, filing returns, and enforcing payments, with the authority to enact this tax lasting for a maximum of three years at a time.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill authorizes a new occupancy tax to generate revenue for the town's general fund, directly advancing fiscal management and funding capabilities.85% confidence

Sub-Topics State Budget

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passed · New York · Senate Jun 2, 2026

S 10319: Authorizes the village of Johnson City to establish hotel and motel taxes within such village

This bill authorizes the village of Johnson City to create and collect a new tax on hotel and motel room rentals. Under the proposed law, the tax rate would be capped at three percent of the per diem rental rate and could be collected by the village's fiscal officer or passed directly to room owners for collection. The revenue generated from this tax would be deposited into the village's general fund for any lawful purpose. The legislation includes specific exemptions for government entities, certain non-profit organizations, and permanent residents who stay for at least thirty consecutive days. Additionally, the bill outlines procedures for filing tax returns, appealing tax assessments, and limits the duration of any enacted tax to a maximum of two years.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill authorizes new hotel taxes to generate revenue for the village general fund, directly advancing fiscal management and funding capabilities.95% confidence

Sub-Topics State Budget

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in committee · New York · Senate May 19, 2026

S 10533: Prohibits certain salary increases of state officers

This bill prevents state officers and university leaders from receiving salary increases that would make their pay higher than the governor's. It directly affects the governor, state officers, and the chancellors and presidents of the State University of New York and the City University of New York. The law requires these university leaders to create new salary plans in consultation with the governor's office and the budget division, ensuring their total compensation stays below the governor's level. Any funding for these salary increases must come from reallocating existing budget funds rather than new appropriations. The changes are scheduled to take effect on April 1, 2027.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill limits executive pay to promote fiscal responsibility and reduce government spending, aligning with budget management goals.85% confidence ✗ EducationOpposes EducationBill caps university leader salaries relative to the governor, potentially limiting compensation for higher education administrators and restricting their ability to attract talent.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education

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signed · New York · Assembly Aug 21, 2026

A 10932: Authorizes an occupancy tax in the town of Amherst

This bill authorizes the town of Amherst in Erie County to impose an occupancy tax of up to 2.5% on guests staying in hotels, motels, boarding houses, and similar lodging facilities. The tax applies to the daily rental rate of rooms and is collected by the town's fiscal officer, with the option for lodging owners to collect the tax directly from guests and forward it to the town. Revenues generated from the tax will be deposited into the town's general fund, with 75% available for any lawful purposes and 25% specifically designated for capital improvements to youth sports, health and wellness programs, community centers, parks, and playgrounds. The legislation excludes taxes on government entities, non-profit organizations, and permanent residents who stay in a hotel for at least 30 consecutive days, and it will expire on December 31, 2029.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill authorizes a new occupancy tax to generate revenue for the town's general fund, directly advancing local budget and fiscal management.95% confidence

Sub-Topics State Budget

in committee · New York · Assembly Apr 9, 2026

A 10924: Provides targeted inflationary increases for designated programs

This bill directs state agencies to provide a 2.7% inflationary increase for specific health and social service programs starting in the 2026-2027 fiscal year. The funding adjustment directly affects providers and organizations serving individuals with mental health conditions, developmental disabilities, and substance use disorders, as well as those offering aging and victim services. The legislation mandates that this 2.7% rate replace other new inflation adjustments for the specified period, ensuring a standardized cost-of-living update for eligible services.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill mandates a 2.7% inflationary increase for health and social service programs, directly increasing funding for essential public services.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates a 2.7% inflationary increase for health and social service programs, directly increasing funding for mental health and disability services.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Mental Health

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in committee · New York · Senate May 8, 2026

S 10252: Authorizes the trustees of the state university of New York to lease and contract to make available certain land on the SUNY Stony Brook campus

This bill authorizes SUNY trustees to lease approximately 11.5 acres of underutilized land at the Stony Brook campus to a nonprofit housing development corporation. The agreement would allow the construction and operation of multi-purpose facilities to address housing needs and community amenities for up to 99 years, with the land reverting to the university if the project stops or the lease ends. To ensure public accountability, the lease requires approval from state budget, legal, and accounting officials, and all construction work must follow state labor laws and prevailing wage requirements. Additionally, the legislation explicitly prohibits the university from contracting out any current public employee duties, such as instruction or administrative services, to the private lessee or its subsidiaries.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill authorizes leasing underutilized land to generate revenue and address housing needs, promoting fiscal responsibility and efficient use of state assets.60% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill authorizes leasing university land to build housing and community facilities, addressing student living needs and enhancing campus infrastructure.85% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill authorizes leasing campus land to a nonprofit to build multi-purpose facilities addressing housing needs.90% confidence

Sub-Topics State Budget Higher Education Property Development

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in committee · New York · Senate May 18, 2026

S 10282: Directs the department of taxation and finance to create and implement an online program which will enable New York state taxpayers to electronically file income tax returns free of charge

Directs the department of taxation and finance to create and implement an online program which will enable each New York state taxpayer to prepare and electronically file such taxpayer's federal and state income tax returns free of charge.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides free electronic tax filing, reducing costs for taxpayers and promoting fiscal efficiency.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill promotes digital equity by providing free online tax filing, expanding access to essential digital services for taxpayers.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Income Tax

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in committee · New York · Assembly Apr 15, 2026

A 10994: Relates to establishing a gang assessment, intervention, prevention and suppression program

This bill creates a new program within the Division of Criminal Justice Services to address gang-related criminal activity across New York State. It directs the state police superintendent and district attorneys to develop a strategy that targets gang leadership and encourages cooperation with federal and other state agencies. The legislation also establishes a funding mechanism where the commissioner awards grants to district attorneys who submit plans assessing local gang issues and outlining prevention strategies. Additionally, the bill requires the creation of a central information repository, known as a clearinghouse, to collect and share data on criminal gangs found operating in the state.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill establishes a new program and creates a funding mechanism via grants to district attorneys to address gang issues.75% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill establishes a new program to assess, intervene, prevent, and suppress gang activity, strengthening criminal justice efforts.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Policing

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jun 24, 2026

A 11504: Requires the comptroller review and approve certain contracts

This bill amends the state constitution to require the comptroller to review and approve all contracts made by state agencies before they become effective. The legislature will establish a minimum dollar value for these contracts, meaning agreements below that threshold would not need comptroller approval. Additionally, the bill grants the comptroller authority to audit state revenues and assign them oversight of local government accounts and real estate tax assessments. The governor retains the power to temporarily suspend this contract review requirement during declared disaster emergencies.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill strengthens fiscal management by requiring comptroller approval for contracts, enhancing oversight and accountability in state spending.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Audits & Accountability Procurement

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