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NY S03440
NY S03440Provides a tax exemption for certain volunteer firefighters and ambulance workers in Westchester county.
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Introduced
01/27/2025
01/27/2025
In Committee
06/10/2025
06/10/2025
Crossed Over
06/10/2025
06/10/2025
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025-2026 General Assembly
Bill Summary
AN ACT to amend the real property tax law, in relation to providing a tax exemption for certain volunteer firefighters and ambulance workers in Westchester county
AI Summary
This bill amends the New York Real Property Tax Law to provide a specific tax exemption for volunteer firefighters and ambulance workers in Westchester County. The bill allows enrolled members of incorporated volunteer fire companies, fire departments, or ambulance services to receive a ten percent property tax exemption on their primary residential property, subject to certain conditions. To qualify, the volunteer must: reside in the area served by their volunteer organization, use the property exclusively for residential purposes, and have been certified as an active member for at least five years. The exemption is contingent on the local governing body (such as a city, village, town, or county) adopting a local law or resolution after a public hearing. Additionally, the bill provides special provisions for volunteers who have served more than 20 years or become permanently disabled in the line of duty, allowing them to continue receiving the tax exemption. The legislation specifically targets Westchester County and removes previous population restrictions that limited the exemption. The act takes effect immediately, ensuring that eligible volunteer emergency service workers can benefit from this tax relief.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance, Government Affairs
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
referred to real property taxation (on 06/10/2025)
Official Document
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Document Type | Source Location |
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State Bill Page | https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S3440 |
BillText | https://assembly.state.ny.us/leg/?default_fld=&bn=S03440&term=2025&Summary=Y&Actions=Y&Text=Y&Committee%26nbspVotes=Y&Floor%26nbspVotes=Y#S03440 |
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