Budget & Taxes

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 | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Budget & Taxes

signed · New York · Senate Aug 21, 2026

S 9862: Authorizes the town of Minisink to impose a hotel and motel tax

This bill authorizes the town of Minisink in Orange County to impose a five percent tax on hotel and motel stays. The tax applies to transient guests, including those at bed and breakfast establishments, but excludes permanent residents who stay for at least ninety consecutive days. Revenue generated from the tax will be deposited into the town's general fund to support municipal services and infrastructure. The legislation also outlines how the tax will be collected, the frequency of payments, and the process for appealing tax assessments.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill authorizes a new local tax to generate revenue for municipal services and infrastructure, directly advancing fiscal management and funding.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Budget & Taxes

signed · New York · Senate Aug 21, 2026

S 10029: Increases the occupancy tax in the county of St. Lawrence

This bill increases the occupancy tax in St. Lawrence County from three percent to five percent. It directly affects guests staying at hotels, motels, apartment hotels, and boarding houses within the county by raising the fee charged on their room rentals. The law allows the county to collect this additional tax on the per diem rental rate for each room, regardless of whether the stay is daily or longer. The change takes effect immediately upon passage.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill increases occupancy tax to generate revenue for county budget and public services.95% confidence ✗ HousingOpposes HousingIncreasing occupancy taxes raises costs for renters and guests, potentially reducing access to affordable housing and weakening tenant financial stability.75% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Budget & Taxes

signed · New York · Assembly Aug 21, 2026

A 10737: Authorizes an occupancy tax in the city of Kingston

This bill authorizes the city of Kingston to implement an occupancy tax of up to 3% on overnight lodging. It directly affects hotels, motels, bed and breakfasts, and similar tourist accommodations by allowing the city to collect a fee from guests for each room rented. The tax can be collected by the property owner on behalf of the city and paid into the city's general fund to support municipal services and infrastructure. The law includes exemptions for government entities, certain nonprofit organizations, and permanent residents staying at least 90 consecutive days, and it sets a maximum two-year limit on each tax enactment.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill authorizes new occupancy tax to fund municipal services and infrastructure, directly advancing city budget and fiscal management.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Budget & Taxes

signed · New York · Senate Aug 21, 2026

S 9027: Authorizes the village of Ellicottville to impose a hotel and motel tax

This bill authorizes the village of Ellicottville to impose a 5% tax on the nightly rental rate for hotel, motel, and bed-and-breakfast stays. It exempts permanent residents (staying 30+ consecutive days) and certain entities like government bodies and nonprofit organizations. Revenue from the tax must be paid into the village’s general fund, with up to 4% retained for administrative costs and the remainder directed to community development, tourism, and planning initiatives. Local laws implementing this tax can be enacted for up to three years at a time.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAuthorizes local hotel tax to fund tourism/community development, directly increasing revenue allocation for public services per fiscal management guidelines.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Budget & Taxes

signed · New York · Senate Aug 21, 2026

S 7604: Authorizes the town of Smithtown assessor to accept an application for a real property tax exemption from Tiegerman Community Services, Inc.

Authorizes the town of Smithtown assessor to accept an application for a real property tax exemption from Tiegerman Community Services, Inc. for the 2023-2024 assessment rolls.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesGrants real property tax exemption, reducing local tax revenue for a specific entity, directly limiting government tax collection under Budget & Taxes.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✗ Opposes Budget & Taxes

signed · New York · Senate Aug 21, 2026

S 6047: Permits the town of Monroe to impose a hotel and motel tax

This bill authorizes the town of Monroe to impose a 5% tax on hotel, motel, and bed-and-breakfast room rentals (excluding guests staying 90+ consecutive days as "permanent residents"). It specifies that revenue must be collected by Monroe's fiscal officer and deposited into the town's general fund for any lawful purpose. The tax would expire automatically three years after enactment, with no application to government entities or qualifying nonprofits. The measure directly affects short-term lodging businesses and guests within Monroe, not other municipalities.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAuthorizes Monroe to impose 5% hotel tax for town general fund revenue, directly creating new tax revenue for local budget management.92% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Budget & Taxes

signed · New York · Senate Aug 21, 2026

S 8263: Authorizes the Congregation Khal Mevakshei Hashem, Inc. to receive retroactive real property tax exempt status

Authorizes the Congregation Khal Mevakshei Hashem, Inc. to receive retroactive real property tax exempt status for the 2024 assessment roll and all of the 2023-2024 school taxes.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill grants retroactive tax exemption for specific entity, reducing state revenue and weakening budget revenue collection.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✗ Opposes Budget & Taxes

signed · New York · Senate Aug 21, 2026

S 6834: Authorizes an occupancy tax in the city of Oneonta

This bill authorizes the city of Oneonta to impose a 6% occupancy tax on short-term lodging, including hotels, motels, and bed-and-breakfasts. The tax applies to guests staying overnight in rented rooms, with property owners responsible for collecting and remitting it to the city. Exemptions cover government entities, nonprofits meeting specific criteria, and permanent residents (staying 90+ consecutive days). All revenue generated must fund Oneonta’s general operations, infrastructure, and municipal services.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAuthorizes new 6% occupancy tax for city operations, directly funding municipal budget via dedicated revenue stream for infrastructure and general operations.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Budget & Taxes

signed · New York · Senate Aug 21, 2026

S 7820: Authorizes the town of Gardiner to impose a hotel and motel tax

Bill S 7820 authorizes the town of Gardiner, in Ulster County, to implement a local tax on hotel and motel room rentals. This tax would apply to transient guests staying in hotels, motels, bed and breakfast facilities, or tourist accommodations within the town. The maximum tax rate is set at five percent of the daily rental cost, but it would not apply to permanent residents staying 90 or more consecutive days, government entities, or certain non-profit organizations. Hotel and motel owners would collect this tax, which would then be deposited into Gardiner's general fund for use on municipal services and infrastructure. This authorization is temporary and will expire two years after the bill takes effect.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAuthorizes local hotel/motel tax (5% on transient stays), creating new municipal revenue stream for town budget management under fiscal policy.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Budget & Taxes