Budget & Taxes

in committee · New York · Assembly May 27, 2026

A 10003: AID TO LOCALITIES BUDGET

This bill authorizes state appropriations for the "Aid to Localities Budget," providing financial support to local governments. It directly affects cities, counties, and townships by allocating state funds to assist with their operational needs and services. As an appropriations measure, it sets aside specific budget resources without altering existing laws or creating new programs. The bill is currently under review by the Ways and Means committee.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllocates state funds to local governments for operational needs, directly increasing public service funding through appropriations.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations State Budget

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passed both · New York · Senate Jun 3, 2026

S 8938: Includes the county of Sullivan within the definition of a designated community

This bill (S 8938) amends New York State law to include Sullivan County within the definition of a "designated community" for community preservation funds. It updates two sections of state law (General Municipal Law §6-s and Tax Law §1560) to explicitly list Sullivan County alongside Putnam, Ulster, and Westchester as qualifying counties. This change directly affects Sullivan County municipalities, allowing them to access community preservation funds previously available only to the other three Hudson Valley counties. The bill makes a technical definitional update with no new funding mechanisms or eligibility criteria beyond expanding the geographic scope.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExpands eligibility for community preservation funds, increasing state budget allocations to Sullivan County municipalities for essential public programs.90% confidence

Tags Local Government

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 9, 2026

S 1801: Establishes the psilocybin assisted therapy pilot program for veterans and first responders and a psilocybin assisted therapy pilot program fund; appropriation

Establishes the psilocybin assisted therapy pilot program; provides such program will be offered to veterans and first responders from New York state; establishes a psilocybin assisted therapy pilot program fund.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill creates a dedicated fund (appropriation) for a new pilot program, directly allocating state budget resources to fund veterans' healthcare services.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareEstablishes mental health therapy program for veterans, expanding access to innovative treatment options under healthcare topic.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill creates a pilot program offering psilocybin therapy to veterans, expanding healthcare benefits and improving veteran healthcare access.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Veteran Mental Health

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in committee · New York · Senate Mar 6, 2026

S 8878: Enacts the "New York state food rescue tax credit act"

Enacts the "New York state food rescue tax credit act" in relation to providing a tax credit for certain businesses that donate food to eligible nonprofit food assistance organizations.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill creates tax credit for food donation businesses, providing tax relief under fiscal policy as direct tax incentive.90% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentReduces food waste, decreasing landfill methane emissions (pollution control) and conserving resources, aligning with environmental protection indicators.80% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Credits

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in committee · New York · Senate May 27, 2026

S 9001: LEGISLATURE AND JUDICIARY BUDGET

S 9001 allocates funding for the operational costs of the state Legislature and Judiciary branches. It sets specific budget amounts to support the state legislature (including both chambers) and the court system (courts and related offices). As a routine appropriations bill, it does not change laws or policies but provides the necessary financial resources for these branches' day-to-day functioning. This measure is part of the standard annual budget process and is currently referred to the Finance Committee.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllocates funding for Legislature and Judiciary operations, supporting essential government functions through routine budget appropriations.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations State Budget

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 21, 2026

A 9670: Relates to the creation of an ATV recreation fund and the use of ATVs

This bill creates an ATV Recreation Fund to support environmentally sustainable trails across state, municipal, and private lands. It requires ATV registration for public land use, mandates owner liability for negligence, and directs fees to fund trail maintenance (45%), motorized access for people with disabilities (45%), and enforcement/education (10%). The fund also establishes rules for trail design, signage, and minimizing environmental impact while preserving existing trails. It directly affects ATV owners, land managers, and disability access programs through new registration rules and dedicated funding.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill creates dedicated ATV registration fee fund (45%/45%/10% allocation) for trail maintenance, disability access, and enforcement, directly funding public infrastructure through fiscal mechanisms.90% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill mandates environmentally sustainable trail design, minimizes impact, and directs fees to conservation, trail maintenance, and preservation - directly advancing environmental protection through funding and regulations.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill creates ATV Recreation Fund for trail maintenance (45%), disability access (45%), and infrastructure funding, directly advancing transportation infrastructure and sustainable vehicle regulation.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Parks & Recreation Public Lands

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 20, 2026

A 9458: Relates to the application period for a real property tax exemption for surviving spouses of police officers killed in the line of duty

Provides that an application for a real property tax exemption for surviving spouses of police officers killed in the line of duty be filed with the assessor on or before the taxable status date.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProvides tax exemption for surviving spouses, offering direct tax relief to a specific group, aligning with support indicators for tax relief policies.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Tax Incentives

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signed · New York · Assembly Feb 13, 2026

A 9479: Relates to the mechanical insulation energy savings program

This bill establishes a program to help school districts and eligible public buildings (like housing or hospitals) with structures over 20,000 square feet reduce energy costs through mechanical insulation upgrades. It requires free, qualified energy audits to identify needed insulation work and provides competitive grants covering 50% to 75% of approved insulation costs for HVAC systems, piping, and equipment. Grants are issued on a first-come basis after an approved audit, with the program to be implemented within one year of enactment. The law defines specific requirements for qualified contractors and insulation standards to ensure energy savings.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProvides state grants covering 50-75% of insulation costs for public buildings, increasing government spending on infrastructure energy efficiency programs.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill provides grants for school district energy efficiency upgrades, reducing operational costs and supporting school infrastructure, a key aspect of education funding and facilities.85% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill provides grants for insulation upgrades to reduce energy costs in public buildings, directly advancing energy efficiency through funding and mandatory audits.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Audits & Accountability

in committee · New York · Assembly Feb 25, 2026

A 9489: 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 & TaxesProvides tax exemption for military service members, reducing their property tax burden - direct tax relief aligning with support indicators.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransProvides real property tax exemption for combat zone veterans, directly expanding financial benefits for service members.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Tax Incentives

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signed · New York · Assembly Aug 21, 2026

A 10032: Extends the authorization of the town of Cornwall in Orange county to impose a hotel and motel tax

This bill extends the town of Cornwall's authorization to impose a hotel and motel tax by three years. The town of Cornwall, located in Orange County, will be permitted to continue collecting this tax on stays at local hotels and motels. The extension is achieved by amending the existing law to remove its prior expiration date, ensuring the tax can be collected for the additional period. This directly affects Cornwall's local revenue and the hospitality businesses operating within the town.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExtends existing local hotel/motel tax authorization, maintaining Cornwall's revenue stream for budget purposes without altering tax rates or scope.95% confidence