Bill > A01052

This bill amends the New York State Finance Law to allow the Hamburg Central School District, located in Erie County, to receive and utilize payments related to video lottery gaming facilities starting April 1, 2025. Specifically, the bill expands the definition of an "eligible municipality" to include the Hamburg Central School District, which means it can receive state aid payments from video lottery gaming facilities. These payments can be used for three purposes: (1) to cover local costs associated with the gaming facility, (2) to reduce property taxes, or (3) to increase support for public schools in the district. This change is significant because it provides an additional funding mechanism for the Hamburg Central School District, potentially allowing it to receive financial benefits from a nearby video lottery gaming facility. The bill aims to provide financial support to the school district by leveraging revenues generated from gaming facilities, which can help improve educational resources and infrastructure.

Education

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A1052