Bill > A08657

This bill extends the effectiveness of a previous law (Chapter 670 of the 2022 laws) that allows local governments to provide property tax exemptions for volunteer firefighters and volunteer ambulance workers. Specifically, the bill modifies the timeline for implementing the tax exemption, changing the effective date from three years to six years after the original law's enactment. This means local governments will have a longer period to consider and implement the optional property tax exemption for these volunteer emergency service workers. The bill takes effect immediately, which allows for the six-year implementation timeline to be put into place right away. The extension provides more time for local municipalities to evaluate and potentially adopt the tax exemption, recognizing the important contributions of volunteer firefighters and ambulance workers to their communities.

Budget and Finance

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A8657