New York 2025-2026 Regular Session

New York Assembly Bill A03480

Introduced
1/28/25  
Refer
1/28/25  
Report Pass
6/17/25  
Refer
6/17/25  

Caption

Provides a tax exemption on real property owned by active auxiliary police officers in local law enforcement agencies in certain counties having a population of more than three hundred thirty-eight thousand and less than three hundred forty thousand, determined in accordance with the latest federal decennial census.

Summary

Bill A03480 proposes to amend the real property tax law to provide a tax exemption for real property owned by active auxiliary police officers in local law enforcement agencies located in certain counties of New York. Specifically, the bill targets counties with populations between 338,000 and 340,000, allowing for a 10% exemption on the assessed value of the property, capped at a maximum of $3,000 multiplied by the state equalization rate. The exemption is contingent upon the local governing body adopting a local law or resolution after a public hearing.

Impact

The bill will modify the existing real property tax law to include provisions for tax exemptions specifically for auxiliary police officers, thereby creating a new category of tax relief for this group. Local governments will need to establish procedures for certification and implementation of this exemption, which may impact their tax revenue and administrative processes. The bill also sets eligibility criteria that must be met by applicants, ensuring that the exemption is targeted and limited to active members of auxiliary police departments.

Sentiment

The sentiment surrounding Bill A03480 appears to be favorable, as indicated by the unanimous support in committee votes. The Assembly Rules Committee and the Assembly Ways and Means Committee both reported favorably on the bill, suggesting that there is bipartisan support for providing this form of tax relief to auxiliary police officers.

Contention

There may be potential contention regarding the specific population criteria for eligibility, as it limits the exemption to certain counties. Some may argue that this creates an inequitable situation for auxiliary police officers in counties outside the specified range. Additionally, the requirement for certification and the stipulation that the property must be the primary residence could lead to administrative challenges and differing interpretations among local governments.

Companion Bills

NY S06977

Same As Provides a tax exemption on real property owned by active auxiliary police officers in local law enforcement agencies in certain counties having a population of more than three hundred thirty-eight thousand and less than three hundred forty thousand, determined in accordance with the latest federal decennial census.

Previously Filed As

NY S06977

Provides a tax exemption on real property owned by active auxiliary police officers in local law enforcement agencies in certain counties having a population of more than three hundred thirty-eight thousand and less than three hundred forty thousand, determined in accordance with the latest federal decennial census.

NY S10521

Provides a tax exemption on real property owned by active auxiliary police officers in local law enforcement agencies in certain counties having a population of more than 1.38 million and less than 1.42 million, determined in accordance with the latest federal decennial census.

NY A08922

Provides a tax exemption on real property owned by active auxiliary police officers in local law enforcement agencies in certain counties having a population of more than 1.38 million and less than 1.42 million, determined in accordance with the latest federal decennial census.

NY A11331

Provides a real property tax exemption on real property owned by certain volunteer auxiliary police officers

NY S09961

Authorizes local governments to provide a real property tax exemption on real property owned by certain volunteer auxiliary police officers in Suffolk county.

NY S10304

Provides a state income tax exemption for police officers up to one hundred thousand dollars.

NY A10837

Provides a state income tax exemption for police officers up to one hundred thousand dollars.

NY H6257

Provides for an additional real estate conveyance tax for commercial properties sold in excess of one million five hundred thousand dollars ($1,500,000) at a rate of three dollars and thirteen cents ($3.13) for each five hundred dollars.

NY S0437

Imposes a non-owner occupied property tax on residential properties assessed in excess of eight hundred thousand dollars ($800,000) at variable rates dependent on values assessed by local tax assessors.

NY H6189

Imposes a non-owner occupied property tax on residential properties assessed in excess of eight hundred thousand dollars ($800,000) at variable rates dependent on values assessed by local tax assessors.

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