Budget & Taxes

in committee · New York · Assembly Jul 29, 2026

A 11644: Requires contractors with the office of alcoholism and substance abuse services maintain an operating reserve

Requires contractors with the office of alcoholism and substance abuse services maintain an operating reserve to be used to address financial issues that occur during a contract year.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill mandates financial reserves for contractors, promoting fiscal responsibility and stability in government spending.75% confidence

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in committee · New York · Senate Jul 24, 2026

S 10668: Establishes the indigenous clean biofuel innovation and resource partnership pilot program to develop and deploy low-carbon bio-blended fuels in alignment with the state's clean fuel standards; appropriation

Establishes the indigenous clean biofuel innovation and resource partnership pilot program to develop and deploy low-carbon bio-blended fuels in alignment with the state's clean fuel standards.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill includes an appropriation to fund a new pilot program for clean biofuels, directly advancing state budget allocation for environmental initiatives.85% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill establishes a pilot program to develop low-carbon bio-blended fuels and includes an appropriation, directly advancing renewable energy and clean fuel standards.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill funds a pilot program for low-carbon bio-blended fuels aligned with clean fuel standards, directly advancing environmental protection and emission reduction.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill funds a pilot program for low-carbon bio-blended fuels, advancing sustainable transportation infrastructure and aligning with clean fuel standards.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations

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in committee · New York · Senate Jul 24, 2026

S 10669: Establishes the indigenous black carbon recovery and clean energy manufacturing pilot program in the capital district and adjoining regions; appropriation

This bill creates a pilot program in New York's capital district and surrounding areas to capture black carbon pollution and repurpose it for manufacturing advanced solar technologies. The initiative requires the state to partner with Indigenous Nations, giving them significant roles in decision-making, site selection, and ownership of projects. It includes funding for cleaning up contaminated sites, building local solar manufacturing facilities, and installing solar systems on various lands while prioritizing disadvantaged communities. A $50 million appropriation is provided to cover the costs of this program, which will be evaluated after five years to determine if it should be expanded statewide.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly includes an appropriation to fund a clean energy pilot program, directly advancing state budget allocation for essential environmental and economic initiatives.90% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill funds black carbon recovery and solar manufacturing, advancing renewable energy infrastructure and clean energy goals.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill funds black carbon recovery and clean energy manufacturing, directly reducing pollution and promoting renewable energy.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations Renewable Energy Solar

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jul 29, 2026

A 11653: Requires the refund of certain excess school taxes collected by school districts located within Rockland County resulting from erroneous tax levy increases

Requires the refund of certain excess school taxes collected by school districts located within Rockland County resulting from erroneous tax levy increases for the 2024--2025 school tax levy.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill mandates refunds of erroneously collected excess taxes, directly providing tax relief and correcting fiscal errors.90% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill mandates refunding erroneous excess school taxes, effectively restoring funds to school districts and protecting their financial resources.90% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jul 29, 2026

A 11657: Relates to self-direction funding adjustments for the office for people with developmental disabilities

Requires that all funding to the office for people with developmental disabilities reflect current economic conditions; establishes mandatory minimum funding.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill mandates minimum funding for a public service, directly strengthening state budget allocation for essential programs.90% confidence

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in committee · New York · Senate Jul 15, 2026

S 10661: Restores conformity with certain provisions of the Internal Revenue Code relating to business expensing; repealer

This bill repeals specific sections of the state tax law that currently limit how businesses can deduct expenses. By removing these restrictions, the legislation aims to align the state's tax code with federal rules regarding business expensing. The changes apply directly to businesses operating within the state and take effect immediately upon passage.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill removes state tax restrictions to align with federal business expensing rules, providing tax relief and reducing the tax burden on businesses.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Business Taxes Tax Incentives

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jul 29, 2026

A 11643: Establishes statewide substance abuse prevention and intervention services for all grade levels

Establishes statewide substance abuse prevention and intervention services for all grade levels; requires a tax on digital asset transactions to fund statewide substance abuse prevention and intervention services.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill mandates a tax on digital asset transactions to fund statewide substance abuse prevention services, directly increasing revenue for public programs.90% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jul 29, 2026

A 11639: Directs the commissioner of taxation and finance to help entities to elect to participate in the federal tax credit for elementary and secondary scholarships

Directs the commissioner of taxation and finance to help entities to elect to participate in the federal tax credit for elementary and secondary scholarships known as the Educational Choice for Children Act of 2025.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill facilitates access to federal tax credits for education, promoting tax relief and supporting educational choice programs.85% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill facilitates participation in federal tax credits for elementary and secondary scholarships, expanding educational access and funding options for families.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Credits School Choice

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passed · New York · Senate Jun 4, 2026

R 2345: Amends a plan setting forth an itemized list of grantees for a certain appropriation for additional grants in aid certain educational and not-for-profit institutions

This bill amends a previous resolution to update the list of recipients and funding amounts for state grants supporting schools, libraries, colleges, and arts organizations. It allows these funds to be transferred between specific agencies like the State Education Department and SUNY with approval from the Senate leadership and the budget director. The bill requires that any distribution plan be approved by the Senate leadership and then passed by a majority vote of all elected Senators before funds are spent. Finally, it adds specific grant amounts for three public libraries and the Exposure Foundation to the official list of approved recipients.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill updates and maintains funding for educational and non-profit grants, ensuring continued financial support for public services.85% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jun 5, 2026

A 11594: Establishes state-facilitated investment accounts for individuals under the age of eighteen

Establishes state-facilitated investment accounts for individuals under the age of eighteen; creates a tax deduction for certain contributions to such investment accounts.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill creates a tax deduction for contributions, providing tax relief and promoting fiscal responsibility for families.85% confidence

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