Budget & Taxes

signed · New York · Assembly Jun 5, 2026

A 11561: Enacts into law necessary legislation including extensions and technical corrections

Extends the demonstration project and workgroup to reduce the use of temporary staffing agencies in residential healthcare facilities for a fifth year, until December 31, 2027 (Part A); extends the duration of certain brownfield redevelopment and remediation tax credits with respect to a site located at 1800 Park Avenue (Part B); makes technical corrections relating to extending the term and authority of the independent monitor for the Orange county IDA (Part C); extends the demonstration project and workgroup to reduce the use of temporary staffing agencies in residential healthcare facilities for a fifth year, until December 31, 2027 (Part D); makes technical corrections to section 11-3206 of the administrative code of the city of New York (Part E); provides for the temporary transfer of racing support payments (Part F).

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill extends tax credits for brownfield redevelopment and funds a program to reduce temporary staffing in healthcare, indicating fiscal support.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

signed · New York · Senate Jun 5, 2026

S 10648: Implements an agreement between the state and an employee organization; providing for the adjustment of salaries of certain incumbents in the professional service in the state university; appropriation

Implements an agreement between the state and an employee organization; provides for the adjustment of salaries of certain incumbents in the professional service in the state university; makes an appropriation for the purpose of effectuating certain provisions thereof.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly appropriates funds to adjust university professional service salaries, directly advancing state budget spending for public services.90% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill provides salary adjustments and funding for state university professional staff, directly supporting educators.90% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill implements an agreement to adjust salaries for state university employees, directly funding and protecting worker compensation.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

passed · New York · Assembly Jun 5, 2026

E 1625: Establishes a plan setting forth an itemized list of grantees for a certain appropriation for the 2026-27 state fiscal year for grants in aid for certain services and expenses

This bill establishes a detailed spending plan for state funds allocated in the 2026-27 fiscal year to various organizations and municipalities. It directly affects health and mental health providers, criminal justice groups, parks and recreation programs, veterans' organizations, and other non-profit entities by listing specific grant amounts each will receive. The legislation requires that this list of recipients and their funding levels be approved by the Speaker of the Assembly and the Director of the Budget before the money can be spent. By amending previous resolutions, the bill formalizes how these appropriated dollars are distributed to support services across the state.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates specific funds for grants to support health, criminal justice, and other essential public services.90% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill allocates state funds to health and mental health providers, directly increasing financial resources for healthcare services.75% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill allocates state funds to veterans' organizations, directly funding services and expenses for veterans.80% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

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passed both · New York · Senate Jun 5, 2026

S 10187: Relates to the Volunteer and Exempt Firefighter's Benevolent Association of Bethpage

Relates to the Volunteer and Exempt Firefighter's Benevolent Association of Bethpage, Nassau county, New York, Inc.; changes "firemen" to "firefighters"; directs that certain taxes received shall be used by such benevolent association in furtherance of its purposes.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill directs specific tax receipts to fund the Volunteer Firefighter's Benevolent Association, thereby strengthening fiscal support for essential public safety services.75% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

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passed both · New York · Senate Jun 5, 2026

S 10134: Authorizes the Congregation Divrei Chaim to receive retroactive real property tax exempt status

Authorizes the Congregation Divrei Chaim to receive retroactive real property tax exempt status for the 2023, 2024, 2025 assessment rolls and all of the 2023-2024, 2024-2025, and 2025-2026 school taxes for two parcels of land located at 67 and 71 College Road in Monsey.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill grants retroactive tax exemption, reducing property tax burden for the congregation and aligning with fiscal relief goals.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

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passed both · New York · Senate Jun 5, 2026

S 9989: Authorizes the Tovas Dovid Community Kollel, Inc. to receive retroactive real property tax exempt status

Authorizes the Tovas Dovid Community Kollel, Inc. to receive retroactive real property tax exempt status for the 2023, 2024 and 2025 assessment rolls and all of the 2023-2024, 2024-2025 and 2025-2026 school taxes.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill grants tax exemption status, reducing tax burden for a community organization and aligning with fiscal relief goals.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

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passed both · New York · Senate Jun 5, 2026

S 9855: Relates to requirements associated with contracts between state agencies and not-for-profit organizations

Relates to requirements associated with contracts between state agencies and not-for-profit organizations including an advance payment of 25% of the total award to cover expenses incurred in the first quarter.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill mandates automatic 25% advance payments for state contracts, improving cash flow for non-profits and promoting fiscal efficiency in state spending.75% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

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passed both · New York · Senate Jun 5, 2026

S 9971: Authorizes the Congregation Atzei Chaim to receive retroactive real property tax exempt status

Authorizes the Congregation Atzei Chaim to receive retroactive real property tax exempt status for the 2023 and 2024 assessment rolls and all of the 2023-2024 school taxes.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill grants retroactive tax exemption, reducing tax burden and providing fiscal relief to the congregation.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

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passed both · New York · Senate Jun 5, 2026

S 9947: Relates to the collection and use of foreign fire insurance premium taxes

Updates provisions regarding the collection and use of foreign fire insurance premium taxes by the Centerport Volunteer Exempt Firefighter's Benevolent Association.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill clarifies collection and use of foreign fire insurance premium taxes, ensuring funds support the volunteer firefighter association.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

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passed both · New York · Senate Jun 5, 2026

S 10077: Permits the town of Southeast, Putnam county, to lease certain sports field fences for advertisements

This bill authorizes the town of Southeast in Putnam County to rent out fences around the John E. Markel Memorial Park for advertisements. It allows a local non-profit organization to manage these ad spaces in exchange for a small fee, with all earnings strictly designated for the park's maintenance and care. The legislation overrides any existing local rules that might have prevented this specific type of lease agreement. Once passed, the town can immediately begin implementing this arrangement to generate funds for the park.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill generates revenue for park maintenance, promoting fiscal responsibility and funding public services.60% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

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