Bill > A08011

This bill raises the hotel or motel tax in Clinton County, New York, from three percent to five percent. The legislation amends existing tax law to authorize the county legislature to impose a higher tax on overnight lodging accommodations, including traditional hotels, motels, bed and breakfast establishments, and tourist facilities. The new tax rate of five percent will be applied to the daily rental rate for each room, with an important exception: the tax will not apply to permanent residents, defined as individuals who occupy a hotel or motel room for at least thirty consecutive days. The bill provides the county with the legal authority to implement this tax increase through a local law, and it will take effect immediately upon passage. This type of local tax is common in many jurisdictions and is often used to generate additional revenue for county services or tourism-related infrastructure.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A8011