Bill > A09046

This bill modifies the definition of "local government" and "taxes" in the General Municipal Law, primarily clarifying which types of local government entities and tax assessments are included or excluded from certain tax levy regulations. Specifically, the bill removes a reference to a specific historical law chapter and adds an exclusion for special districts established under Article 19-A of the General Municipal Law. The bill also expands the definition of tax-related exceptions, including a provision that allows for additional tax levies when the New York State Teachers' Retirement System's normal contribution rate increases by more than two percentage points in a given year. Additionally, the bill creates an exception for ad valorem levies and special assessments authorized under section 980-j of the General Municipal Law. These changes appear to provide more nuanced and precise guidelines for how local governments can calculate and implement tax levies, potentially offering some flexibility in managing retirement system contributions and special assessment costs. The bill takes effect immediately upon passage.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A9046