Bill > A03744

This bill amends the real property tax law to require a second notification for seniors who are eligible for a property tax exemption but have not yet submitted their application. Specifically, the bill mandates that the assessing authority (the local government office responsible for property tax assessments) must mail a second copy of the application and notice 30 days before the taxable status date if they have not received a completed application from a previously approved senior exemption recipient. The existing law already required an initial notification at least 60 days before the taxable status date. The bill makes a minor grammatical change from "application form" to "application forms" and emphasizes that even if the notification is not mailed or received, it does not prevent the local government from collecting property taxes. The purpose of this bill appears to be to help ensure that seniors who have previously qualified for a property tax exemption do not accidentally miss the opportunity to renew their exemption by providing an additional reminder.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A3744