Bill > A06095

This bill amends New York state tax law to provide a personal income tax deduction for well water testing, allowing property owners to deduct up to $600 once every three years for potable well water testing conducted by a state-certified laboratory. The testing must be for substances monitored under the federal Safe Drinking Water Act and New York public health regulations. To qualify for the deduction, the certified laboratory must notify the property owner if water samples exceed drinking water standards, and the property owner is required to report any water standard violations to the local municipal health department. This provision aims to encourage and support homeowners in monitoring the safety of their well water by providing a financial incentive for regular testing, which can help identify potential water quality issues that might pose health risks. The bill will take effect immediately and apply to taxable years beginning on or after January 1st of the year it becomes law.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A6095