Budget & Taxes

in committee · New York · Senate Feb 12, 2026

S 9188: Relates to school property and real property taxes

Relates to school property and real property taxes; establishes the blue ribbon commission on property tax reform; relates to state assistance for local real property reassessment, state assistance to assessing units within a school district, providing a fixed real property assessed value for residential real property owned by certain persons over the age of 65 and providing state reimbursement to municipalities for lost real property tax revenue; requires the state to fund certain programs mandated for municipal corporations or school districts.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProvides tax relief for seniors via fixed assessed value and state reimbursement for municipalities, aligning with tax relief and fiscal responsibility indicators.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationProvides state reimbursement for lost tax revenue to maintain school funding stability, preventing budget cuts to educational programs.80% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Revenue School Funding

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in committee · New York · Senate Feb 18, 2026

S 9256: Relates to increasing the income eligibility for the senior citizen homeowners' exemption

This bill raises the income limit for New York City's senior homeowners' property tax exemption from $57,500 to $100,000 annually. It directly affects senior homeowners (65+ years old) whose household income falls between $57,500 and $100,000, allowing them to qualify for reduced property tax rates they previously did not meet. The key mechanism adjusts the income thresholds in the tax exemption schedule, expanding eligibility so those earning up to $100,000 now receive a 5% tax reduction on their assessed property value. The change takes effect immediately upon enactment.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExpands property tax exemption for seniors (65+) with incomes $57.5k-$100k, providing tax relief to middle-income group95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingIncreases affordability for senior homeowners by expanding tax exemption eligibility, reducing property tax burden for a vulnerable housing group.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Tax Incentives Property Taxes

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passed · New York · Senate Jun 4, 2026

S 9287: Establishes a real property tax exemption for certain property owners who reside full-time on such property in certain counties

Establishes a real property tax exemption for certain property owners who reside full-time on such property in certain counties; requires that such owners occupy such property as their primary residence and are enrolled in or eligible for the STAR exemption or credit or that such owners rent to a tenant for a term of at least twelve months and such tenant occupies such property as their primary residence.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCreates property tax exemption for qualifying residents, providing tax relief to eligible homeowners, aligning with support indicators for middle-income tax relief.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Tax Incentives

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in committee · New York · Senate Feb 26, 2026

S 9299: Relates to the business income rate and expanding the small business subtraction modification

This bill (S 9299) lowers tax rates for small businesses in New York State. It reduces the business income tax rate from 6.5% to 4% for businesses with annual income under $290,000, effective for taxable years beginning on or after January 1, 2027. For businesses with income between $290,000 and $390,000, it adjusts the calculation method to lower the tax burden compared to current rates. The bill directly affects small businesses meeting these income thresholds by reducing their state tax liability under the modified tax structure.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesReduces business income tax rate for small businesses under $290k, providing direct tax relief per budget/tax policy indicators.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Business Taxes Income Tax Tags Small Business

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passed · New York · Senate Jun 5, 2026

S 9113: Relates to liability insurance for voluntary foster care agencies

Establishes participation in assigned risk plans for voluntary foster care agencies (Part A); requires the office of children and family services to establish standards of payment for liability insurance costs beginning July 1, 2028 for the 2027-2028 rate year that ensures the maximum state aid rate accurately reflect the year over year increased costs for voluntary foster care agencies; directs such office to establish an application process (Part B); establishes the voluntary foster care agency insurance bridge fund; establishes a process for the distribution of moneys in such fund; sets eligibility requirements; requires certain supporting documentation (Part C).

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill ensures state aid rates reflect rising insurance costs for foster care agencies, supporting program funding through fiscal management.85% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 9339: Provides an exemption from real property taxes for real property leased to an ambulance company in which is exclusively used and occupied by such ambulance company for ambulance purposes

Provides an exemption from real property taxes for real property owned by an incorporated association of present or former volunteer firefighters, an incorporated volunteer fire company or fire department which is leased to an ambulance company exclusively used and occupied by such ambulance company for ambulance purposes.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProvides tax exemption for ambulance services, reducing operational costs for public safety operations, aligning with tax relief for essential services.90% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 9319: Exempts retail food stores from various state and local taxes

Exempts retail food stores from various state and local taxes provided such store derives at least seventy percent of its annual gross sales from staple foods and food products for off-premises consumption.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesExempts food stores from taxes, reducing state/local revenue and weakening the tax base, directly opposing fiscal management goals.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Sales Tax

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in committee · New York · Senate Mar 24, 2026

S 8845: Relates to prior year state aid adjustments

Requires any state aid owed to a school district from a prior year adjustment be paid as part of the first state aid payment of the following school year following the notification of such payments.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesRequires timely payment of prior-year state aid adjustments, promoting fiscal responsibility in budget execution for school districts.85% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationEnsures timely payment of prior-year state aid to school districts, supporting stable school funding mechanisms without delays.90% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 9313: Enacts the "New York state healthy and green procurement act"

The New York State Healthy and Green Procurement Act requires state agencies to consider environmental and health impacts when purchasing goods and services, such as office equipment, building materials, and vehicles. It amends state procurement law to include "life cycle costs," meaning agencies must factor in long-term environmental and health effects - like pollution prevention and resource use - alongside initial prices. The bill establishes a state procurement council with environmental, health, and business representatives to oversee implementation and ensure purchasing decisions prioritize safer, sustainable options. This policy directly affects all state agencies making purchases and vendors supplying to the state, aiming to reduce toxic chemical exposure and promote healthier, greener products across government operations.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesRequires life cycle costing in procurement, promoting fiscal responsibility by factoring long-term environmental and health costs alongside initial prices.80% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyRequires state agencies to factor environmental impacts and life cycle costs into procurement, promoting energy efficiency through sustainable purchasing of equipment and vehicles.85% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentMandates state agencies to consider environmental impacts and life cycle costs (pollution prevention, resource use) in procurement decisions, advancing environmental protection.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationRequires environmental consideration in vehicle procurement, promoting sustainable transportation choices through life cycle cost analysis for state agency purchases.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Procurement Hazardous Materials

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 8621: Relates to returning the state's energy codes to earlier provisions; repealer

Returns the state's energy codes to the less expensive earlier provisions; repeals provisions of the state energy conservation construction code which relate to the state's clean energy and climate agenda.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill reverts to less expensive energy codes, reducing state spending and promoting fiscal responsibility in budget management.90% confidence ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyRepeals clean energy provisions and returns codes to less expensive earlier standards, weakening state's climate agenda and clean energy standards.95% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentRepeals clean energy and climate agenda provisions in energy codes, weakening environmental protections and deregulating conservation standards.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Energy Efficiency Renewable Energy Conservation

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