Budget & Taxes (Property Tax)

passed both · New York · Assembly Jun 4, 2026

A 10184: Limiting the shift between classes of taxable property in the town of Haverstraw, county of Rockland

This bill limits annual changes to property tax class rates in Haverstraw, New York, for 2026-2027. It prohibits any single property tax class from increasing its tax base proportion by more than 1% compared to the previous year's adjusted rate. The town must first pass a local law approving this limit, and if calculations would exceed the 1% threshold, the town's governing body must adjust class proportions to maintain a total of 100%. This directly affects Haverstraw property owners whose tax classifications might otherwise shift significantly year-to-year.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill restricts annual property tax class rate increases to 1%, limiting tax base changes per class, directly restricting tax rate adjustments.90% confidence

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failed · New York · Assembly May 12, 2026

A 10154: Relates to adjusting the STAR credit depending on the age of a person

This bill (A 10154) adjusts New York's STAR (School Tax Relief) exemption for senior homeowners aged 65 and older. It increases the base figure used to calculate the exemption amount based on the age of the youngest qualifying owner who resides on the property: 10% for ages 65-69, 20% for 70-74, 30% for 75-79, 40% for 80-84, and 50% for 85+. The age adjustment applies to both basic and enhanced STAR exemptions for eligible properties. The change takes effect January 1, 2027, for assessment rolls based on taxable status dates on or after that date.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesIncreases tax relief percentages for seniors (65+) through adjusted STAR exemption, providing targeted tax reduction for fixed-income homeowners, aligning with tax relief indicators.95% confidence

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signed · New York · Assembly Jul 31, 2026

A 10158: Extends limitations on the shift between classes of taxable property in the town of Clarkstown, county of Rockland

Extends limitations on the shift between classes of taxable property in the town of Clarkstown, county of Rockland for an additional year for 2026-2027.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExtends limitation on property tax class shifts, preventing lower tax rates and closing a potential loophole that could reduce revenue.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax

in committee · New York · Senate Feb 10, 2026

S 9173: Establishes a capped property school tax rate for persons seventy years of age or older who meet the eligibility requirements for the enhanced STAR exemption

Establishes a capped real property school tax rate for persons seventy years of age or older who meet the eligibility requirements for the enhanced school tax relief exemption.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProvides tax relief for seniors via capped property tax rate, advancing fiscal support for vulnerable groups within tax policy95% confidence

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in committee · New York · Senate Feb 12, 2026

S 9188: Relates to school property and real property taxes

Relates to school property and real property taxes; establishes the blue ribbon commission on property tax reform; relates to state assistance for local real property reassessment, state assistance to assessing units within a school district, providing a fixed real property assessed value for residential real property owned by certain persons over the age of 65 and providing state reimbursement to municipalities for lost real property tax revenue; requires the state to fund certain programs mandated for municipal corporations or school districts.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProvides tax relief for seniors via fixed assessed value and state reimbursement for municipalities, aligning with tax relief and fiscal responsibility indicators.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationProvides state reimbursement for lost tax revenue to maintain school funding stability, preventing budget cuts to educational programs.80% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Revenue School Funding

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in committee · New York · Senate Feb 18, 2026

S 9256: Relates to increasing the income eligibility for the senior citizen homeowners' exemption

This bill raises the income limit for New York City's senior homeowners' property tax exemption from $57,500 to $100,000 annually. It directly affects senior homeowners (65+ years old) whose household income falls between $57,500 and $100,000, allowing them to qualify for reduced property tax rates they previously did not meet. The key mechanism adjusts the income thresholds in the tax exemption schedule, expanding eligibility so those earning up to $100,000 now receive a 5% tax reduction on their assessed property value. The change takes effect immediately upon enactment.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExpands property tax exemption for seniors (65+) with incomes $57.5k-$100k, providing tax relief to middle-income group95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingIncreases affordability for senior homeowners by expanding tax exemption eligibility, reducing property tax burden for a vulnerable housing group.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Tax Incentives Property Taxes

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passed · New York · Senate Jun 4, 2026

S 9287: Establishes a real property tax exemption for certain property owners who reside full-time on such property in certain counties

Establishes a real property tax exemption for certain property owners who reside full-time on such property in certain counties; requires that such owners occupy such property as their primary residence and are enrolled in or eligible for the STAR exemption or credit or that such owners rent to a tenant for a term of at least twelve months and such tenant occupies such property as their primary residence.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCreates property tax exemption for qualifying residents, providing tax relief to eligible homeowners, aligning with support indicators for middle-income tax relief.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Tax Incentives

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 21, 2026

A 9615: Includes special districts in veterans' real property tax exemptions

Includes special districts in veterans' real property tax exemptions provided that such special district exemption is adopted by the local governing body.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill extends real property tax exemption to veterans in special districts, providing tax relief through reduced tax burden for veterans.90% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill extends real property tax exemptions to veterans by including special districts, directly expanding access to financial benefits for veterans.95% confidence

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 8653: Creates a vacant property classification

Creates a vacant property classification for vacant and blighted properties; allows for cities with a population of one million or more to levy an additional real property tax on vacant and blighted properties with funds raised from such taxes being used to address homelessness.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCreates new property tax on vacant properties to fund homelessness programs, directly advancing public service funding through targeted taxation.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingLevies tax on vacant/blighted properties to fund homelessness initiatives, directly addressing housing needs.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Historic Preservation Homelessness Property Taxes

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 8704: Includes all lands in Ulster county as being subject to taxation

This bill changes property tax rules for lands in Ulster County managed by the Palisades Interstate Park. It adds Ulster County to a list of areas where park lands acquired for public use (but excluding state improvements) must now be subject to all property taxes. Previously, Ulster County lands were excluded from this requirement, while Rockland, Sullivan, and Orange counties were included. The change applies directly to tax assessments on these specific park lands within Ulster County. The bill amends a section of the real property tax law to reflect this update.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAdds Ulster County lands to taxable park lands, closing a tax exemption loophole for public-use properties.90% confidence

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