Budget & Taxes

in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 9231: Enacts the "New York state catastrophe fund authority act"; appropriation

Enacts the "New York state catastrophe fund authority act" for the purpose of facilitating the creation of innovative solutions to property insurance crises and to ensure the viability of insurance carriers in the state; appropriates $10,000,000 to initiate such fund.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAppropriates $10M for catastrophe fund authority, directly funding a state program to address insurance crises per bill summary.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations

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in committee · New York · Assembly Feb 19, 2026

A 6619: Increases the state subsidy for school lunch meals

This bill increases New York State's funding for school lunch programs by raising the per-meal subsidy from $0.1901 to $0.25 for each free, paid, and reduced-price lunch served. It directly affects school food authorities in New York that serve lunches to students, requiring them to certify they purchased at least 30% of their food products from New York state farmers, growers, or processors in the previous school year to qualify for the higher subsidy. The increased funding applies to all school lunch meals served starting July 1, 2022, and annually thereafter. The bill also removes the previous separate $0.0519 rate for reduced-price meals, consolidating the subsidy structure.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesIncreases state funding for school lunch programs via higher per-meal subsidy ($0.1901 → $0.25), directly allocating additional budget resources to a public service program.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationIncreases state subsidy for school lunches, directly funding K-12 meal programs and requiring local sourcing to qualify for higher funding.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Student Health

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 6393: Establishes a Center for Transplantation and Immunology Research at the University at Buffalo and Erie County Medical Center; appropriation

Establishes a Center for Transplantation and Immunology Research at the University at Buffalo and Erie County Medical Center; provides the mission of the Center for Transportation and Immunology Research is to advance the longevity of kidney organ transplants through improved knowledge of immunology, pathology and therapeutics; grants authorization to apply for grants; makes an appropriation of $227,333.34 each year for three years.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly appropriates $227,333.34 annually for 3 years to fund a research center, directly advancing state budget allocation for public health research.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareFunds research center to improve kidney transplant outcomes via immunology, directly advancing healthcare through targeted appropriation.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 4953: Creates a temporary state commission to study and investigate issues affecting reentry of incarcerated individuals released from correctional facilities; appropriation

Creates a temporary state commission to study and investigate issues affecting reentry of incarcerated individuals released from correctional facilities; appropriates $250,000 therefor.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill appropriates $250,000 for a state commission study, directly funding a government program through budget allocation.95% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeCreates commission to study reentry issues, aiming to reduce recidivism through research and $250k funding - direct support for criminal justice reform.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Probation & Parole

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 3961: Extends eligibility for the farm employer overtime tax credit

Extends eligibility for the farm employer overtime tax credit to certain professional employer organizations that are in a contractual relationship with an eligible farm employer.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill extends a tax credit (relief) for farm employers, directly supporting tax policy by reducing tax liability for eligible entities.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Credits

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in committee · New York · Senate May 27, 2025

S 5191: Extends the authorization of the town of Mount Pleasant to adopt a local law to impose a hotel/motel occupancy tax for hotels not located in a village

Extends the authorization of the town of Mount Pleasant to adopt a local law to impose a hotel/motel occupancy tax for hotels not located in a village to September 1, 2027.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExtends local hotel/motel occupancy tax authorization, enabling ongoing revenue generation for municipal budgets.95% confidence

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failed · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 5697: Relates to establishing the New York state diplomas to home ownership program; appropriation

Establishes the New York state diplomas to homeownership assistance program; provides awards of up to fifteen thousand dollars to eligible applicants for repayment on student loans; makes an appropriation therefor.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesMakes specific appropriation for student loan repayment program, directly funding a public service initiative per budget allocation language.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationProvides student loan repayment aid (up to $15k), reducing financial barriers for graduates and supporting higher education access.90% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill funds up to $15k student loan repayment to aid homeownership, directly supporting housing access through financial assistance for eligible applicants.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Homeownership

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 2172: Provides small businesses with grants to commercialize energy and environmental technology innovations in-state

Provides small businesses with grants of up to $100,000 to commercialize energy and environmental technology innovations and ideas in-state to stimulate economic development.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates state budget funds via $100k grants to stimulate economic development through small business innovation, directly advancing public spending for economic growth.90% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyProvides grants for commercializing energy/environmental tech, directly funding renewable energy innovation and infrastructure development per bill summary.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentFunds commercialization of environmental tech innovations, directly supporting clean energy development and environmental protection initiatives.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyProvides grants to commercialize energy/environmental technology innovations, directly funding technology advancement in a specific sector.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Business Taxes Tax Incentives Tags Small Business

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signed · New York · Senate Jun 26, 2025

S 8383: Relates to terms and conditions of employment for members of certain collective negotiating units; appropriates funds

Provides for the adjustment of stipends of certain incumbents in the state university of New York and designating moneys therefor; continues a doctoral program recruitment and retention enhancement fund; continues work-life services and pre-tax programs; continues a professional development committee; continues a comprehensive college graduate program recruitment and retention fund; continues a fee mitigation fund; continues a downstate location fund; continues a joint labor management advisory board; continues an accidental death benefit; makes an appropriation therefor.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill continues multiple state university funding streams (doctoral programs, graduate retention, work-life services) through budget appropriations, directly supporting fiscal allocation for public education programs.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill continues multiple SUNY funding streams including doctoral recruitment, graduate programs, and professional development, explicitly appropriating funds to support higher education employment and programs.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations Higher Education

in committee · New York · Senate Jun 12, 2025

S 8409: Extends the effectiveness of certain sections of law relating to real property tax exemptions for real property owned by volunteer firefighters and volunteer ambulance workers

Extends the effectiveness of certain sections of law relating to real property tax exemptions for real property owned by volunteer firefighters and volunteer ambulance workers.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExtends real property tax exemptions for volunteer first responders, providing direct tax relief. Aligns with supporting middle/lower income tax relief policies.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax

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