Budget & Taxes

signed · New York · Senate Jun 9, 2026

S 9003: AID TO LOCALITIES BUDGET

This bill appropriates funds for the state's aid to localities budget, primarily supporting community services for the elderly and expanded in-home services programs. It allocates approximately $457 million from the General Fund and $172 million from federal sources for fiscal year 2026, with additional reappropriated funds from the prior year. The legislation allows flexibility in spending federal grants across different grant periods and defines specific terms for handling refunds, rebates, and other financial adjustments. It also repeals certain prior appropriations that would otherwise expire and requires budget director approval before funds can be disbursed.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill appropriates $457M from General Fund and $172M federal sources to fund community services for elderly and in-home programs, directly advancing state budget allocations for essential public services.95% confidence

Sub-Topics State Budget

in committee · New York · Senate Mar 4, 2026

S 9352: Establishes a tax on video streaming services; and establishes the media arts technology and education fund

Establishes a tax on video streaming services; provides that the revenue from the tax is to be used to ensure that every resident in the state has access to modern communications networks; establishes the media arts technology and education fund.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill establishes a tax on video streaming services to fund modern communications networks and education, increasing state revenue for public services.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill funds modern communications network access for all residents, promoting digital equity and expanding internet access.85% confidence

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signed · New York · Senate Aug 21, 2026

S 9326: Authorizes the assessor of the town of Babylon to accept an application for exemption from real property taxes from Tiegerman Community Services, Inc.

Authorizes the assessor of the town of Babylon to accept an application for exemption from real property taxes from Tiegerman Community Services, Inc.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides tax exemption for a community services organization, supporting budget relief for non-profit services.75% confidence

in committee · New York · Assembly Mar 13, 2026

A 10578: Creates a small business grid renewable energy tax credit

Creates a small business grid renewable energy tax credit; provides the term "business related renewable energy usage" shall refer to renewable power usage used to further the economic activity of the taxpayer at the primary business location that is clearly delimited from any shared renewable energy power usage cost.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill creates tax credit for small businesses, providing fiscal relief and promoting economic activity through renewable energy incentives.75% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill creates tax credit for small business renewable energy usage, directly promoting renewable energy adoption and clean energy infrastructure.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill creates tax credit for renewable energy usage by small businesses, promoting clean energy adoption and reducing reliance on fossil fuels.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Credits Renewable Energy Tags Small Business

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in committee · New York · Assembly Mar 13, 2026

A 10574: Provides for a deduction from personal income for adoption expenses

Provides for a deduction against personal gross income in an amount equal to fees, costs and expenses paid or incurred including legal fees and agency costs in connection with the adoption of a child.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides tax deduction for adoption expenses, offering tax relief to families and promoting fiscal responsibility through tax policy.90% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly Mar 3, 2026

A 10374: Establishes the hospice workforce stabilization and innovation program; appropriation

Establishes the hospice workforce stabilization and innovation program; grants for staff retention incentives, continuing education, professional certification including board certification in hospice and palliative care, workforce wellness initiatives, and other workforce support activities approved by the department; creates grants for establishing regional hospice workforce pipeline programs.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly creates a new program with appropriations for hospice workforce stabilization, including grants for staff retention, education, and wellness initiatives, directly funding essential public health services.90% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill establishes hospice workforce stabilization program with grants for staff retention, education, and wellness initiatives, directly strengthening healthcare workforce capacity.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill establishes workforce stabilization program with grants for staff retention, continuing education, certification, and wellness initiatives, directly supporting hospice workers' employment conditions and professional development.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations Professional Licensing

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in committee · New York · Assembly Mar 6, 2026

A 10431: Establishes a supplemental motor vehicle registration fee for counties outside the Metropolitan Commuter Transportation District

Establishes a $25 annual supplemental motor vehicle registration fee for counties outside the Metropolitan Commuter Transportation District; dedicates the revenue to upstate public transportation systems.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill creates new tax revenue dedicated to upstate public transportation systems, directly funding essential public services and infrastructure.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill establishes supplemental fee dedicated to upstate public transportation systems, directly funding transportation infrastructure.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Fees & Licensing Transportation Funding Vehicle Registration

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jun 2, 2026

A 10481: Extends the authority of the city of Poughkeepsie to impose a hotel and motel tax for an additional 2 years

This bill extends the city of Poughkeepsie's authority to collect a hotel and motel tax for an additional three years, allowing the city to continue using this revenue source. The change modifies the expiration date of the existing tax authorization to August 23, 2029, ensuring the tax can remain in effect without requiring new legislation. The measure directly affects the city of Poughkeepsie government and the hotel and motel businesses operating within the city limits. It does not alter the tax rate itself, only the duration of the city's power to impose it.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill extends hotel/motel tax authority, increasing local revenue for city budget and fiscal management.90% confidence

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signed · New York · Senate Aug 21, 2026

S 9504: Extends the authority of the city of Poughkeepsie to impose a hotel and motel tax for an additional 3 years

This bill extends the city of Poughkeepsie's authority to collect a tax on hotel and motel stays for an additional three years, allowing the tax to remain in effect until August 23, 2029. The legislation directly affects the city government and hospitality businesses operating within Poughkeepsie by maintaining their ability to levy this revenue-generating charge. The key provision amends existing state law to update the expiration date of the tax authorization, ensuring the city can continue using these funds without needing new legislation. The bill takes effect immediately upon passage and does not change the tax rate or collection process, only the duration of the city's legal authority to impose it.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill extends local tax authority to generate revenue for city government, directly supporting fiscal management and budget needs.85% confidence

in committee · New York · Assembly Mar 13, 2026

A 10614: Relates to enacting the visiting artists act; appropriation

Enacts the visiting artists act to establish a grant pilot program for musicians to perform at schools in the state which receive funding pursuant to title one of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill includes appropriation language to fund a grant pilot program for visiting musicians in schools, indicating increased government spending for educational programs.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations

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