Budget & Taxes (Sales Tax)

in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 7958: Creates the "Paid-In Act"; exempts used books from sales use taxes, up to one hundred dollars per item

Bill A 7958, titled the "Paid-In Act," proposes to exempt used books from sales and use taxes. This means that individuals purchasing second-hand books would not pay sales tax on those items. The exemption applies to used books with a price of up to one hundred dollars per item. This bill directly affects consumers buying used books and the businesses that sell them.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExempts used books from sales tax, providing tax relief for consumers purchasing second-hand books, aligning with middle-income tax relief indicators.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Procurement Sales Tax

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 6024: Relates to an excise tax on the sale of ammunition

Imposes an excise tax on the sale of ammunition to be deposited into the firearm violence intervention fund to help victims of and witnesses to violence.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesImposes excise tax on ammunition sales to fund firearm violence intervention program, directly allocating tax revenue to a public safety initiative.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Sales Tax

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signed · New York · Assembly Aug 7, 2025

A 8155: Extends the authorization of the county of Tompkins to impose an additional one percent of sales and compensating use taxes

This bill extends Tompkins County's authority to collect an additional 1% sales tax (on top of existing rates) through November 30, 2027. It directly affects residents and businesses in Tompkins County, as the tax applies to most retail purchases within the county. The change updates the expiration date from 2025 to 2027 in the state tax law, maintaining the county's existing tax structure without altering the rate or scope.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExtends existing county sales tax authority without rate changes, maintaining current revenue stream for Tompkins County budgets through 2027.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Sales Tax

in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 2147: Exempts breast pumps and breast pump kits from sales and compensating use taxes

This bill exempts breast pumps, breast pump kits, and related items from sales and use taxes in New York. It specifically covers breast pumps (electric or manual devices for milk expression), replacement parts, collection/storage supplies (like bottles and bags designed for pump use), and kits containing these items. The exemption applies only when purchased by individuals for home use during lactation. This policy change directly reduces out-of-pocket costs for parents buying these essential breastfeeding products. The law takes effect immediately upon enactment.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExempts breast pumps from sales tax, reducing out-of-pocket costs for parents - tax relief for essential items, aligning with middle-income tax relief.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Sales Tax

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 2732: Exempts purchases made by civic associations from sales and compensating use tax

Exempts any purchase made by a civic association used or intended to be used in such civic association's course of business from sales and compensating use tax.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesExempts civic associations from sales tax, reducing state tax revenue and weakening tax base.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Sales Tax

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jun 11, 2025

A 7446: Authorizes the county of Rockland to impose an additional rate of sales and compensating use taxes

This bill authorizes Rockland County to add two separate sales and use tax rates through 2027. It allows a 0.625% (five-eighths of one percent) tax from March 2022 to November 2027, and an additional 0.375% (three-eighths of one percent) tax starting March 2027. The revenue from these taxes must be distributed to towns and villages: 20% based on population during the first period, and 16.67% to 33.33% based on police department staffing during the second period. The funds cannot be used for salaries of police officers or other existing wage agreements.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAuthorizes additional sales tax rates (0.625% + 0.375%) to fund local government services, increasing tax revenue allocation for towns/villages.95% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeDirectly allocates tax revenue based on police staffing, funding law enforcement as a core component of criminal justice.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Sales Tax Policing

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 2389: Relates to exemptions from sales and use taxes for gift certificates, electronic gift cards and magnetic gift cards

This bill creates a sales and use tax exemption for gift certificates, electronic gift cards, and magnetic gift cards sold by retailers. It defines these products to include physical or digital cards with a banked value redeemable for goods or services (excluding pre-paid phone cards). The exemption applies to the full face value of the card when purchased, meaning retailers wouldn't collect tax on the sale of these items. The law takes effect during the next quarterly sales tax period after it becomes law, requiring the tax commissioner to implement it promptly.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesExempts gift cards from sales tax, reducing state tax revenue and weakening budget collection.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Sales Tax Tax Incentives

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signed · New York · Senate Aug 7, 2025

S 3498: Extends the authorization of the county of Tioga to impose an additional one percent of sales and compensating use taxes

S 3498 extends Tioga County's authority to impose an additional 1% sales and use tax through November 30, 2027. This bill updates the expiration date of an existing tax authorization that has been in place since 2005 (previously set to expire in 2025). The provision directly affects Tioga County residents and businesses by allowing the county to continue collecting this additional tax for local services.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExtends Tioga County's existing 1% sales tax authority, supporting continued local fiscal management and revenue collection for county services without new tax burdens.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Sales Tax

in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 6992: Exempts baby bottles and bottle nipples from sales and compensating use tax

This bill exempts baby bottles and bottle nipples from sales and compensating use taxes in New York. It specifically defines "baby bottle" as a bottle with a nipple for feeding infants and "bottle nipple" as the flexible part with a feeding hole. The tax exemption applies to these items when purchased for use by babies or very young children. The law takes effect immediately upon enactment.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExempts essential infant products from sales tax, providing direct tax relief to families purchasing these items.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Sales Tax Tax Incentives

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signed · New York · Senate Aug 7, 2025

S 7127: Extends the authorization of the county of Hamilton to impose an additional one percent of sales and compensating use taxes

This bill extends Hamilton County's authority to collect an additional 1% sales and use tax until November 30, 2027. It updates a 2013 tax authorization (originally set to expire in 2025) to extend the deadline by two years. The tax applies to most retail sales within Hamilton County, affecting local businesses and consumers who pay this additional tax on purchases. The change modifies existing tax law to maintain the county's current revenue source for public services.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExtends existing sales tax authority to maintain county revenue for public services, directly supporting fiscal management and ongoing funding continuity.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Sales Tax