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This bill addresses healthcare access in underserved areas by creating a property tax incentive for clinicians (which includes physicians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, and nurse midwives) who purchase a primary residence in designated shortage areas. The bill allows municipal corporations and school districts to offer a property tax exemption of up to 35% for up to five years to clinicians who live and work in areas identified by the Commissioner of Health as having a shortage of medical professionals. The exemption would only apply to properties purchased after the bill's effective date and would require local governments to pass a specific local law or resolution to implement it. To ensure municipalities are not financially disadvantaged, the state will provide state aid to cover the tax savings resulting from these exemptions. Clinicians must have their office located within the designated shortage area to qualify, and the Commissioner of Health will biannually update the list of shortage areas, considering factors like primary care and medical specialty needs. This legislation aims to attract healthcare professionals to rural and underserved communities by offering a financial incentive in the form of reduced property taxes.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A3409