Bill > A07160

This bill introduces several provisions to support police officers in cities with populations over 100,000: First, it allows these cities to increase police officers' salaries by at least 5% if they are residents of the city. Second, the bill permits cities to grant resident police officers additional points (5) on civil service entrance exams, which can improve their ranking on eligible lists for employment. Third, the bill establishes tax credits for resident police officers, including a $500 tax credit for those serving as police officers while living in the city, which can be claimed as an overpayment if it exceeds their tax liability. Fourth, the bill creates a property tax exemption for resident police officers, allowing them to exempt up to $10,000 of their primary residence's value from city property taxes. Finally, the bill introduces a student loan forgiveness program for police officers who reside in cities with over 100,000 residents and attended a city or state university in New York, offering up to $2,000 annually for a maximum of six years to help offset their educational expenses. The provisions are designed to incentivize police officers to live in the cities where they serve and provide financial support for their professional and personal development.

Labor and Employment

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A7160