New York 2025-2026 Regular Session

New York Assembly Bill A04196

Introduced
1/31/25  
Refer
1/31/25  

Caption

Relates to prohibiting the use of funds, financial incentives or subsidies where facilities or property are used primarily for e-commerce storage and transfers, or the facilitation thereof.

Summary

Bill A04196 seeks to amend the general municipal law in New York by prohibiting the use of state funds, financial incentives, or subsidies for projects that primarily involve e-commerce storage and transfers. This legislation aims to restrict financial support for facilities that facilitate e-commerce operations, thereby potentially impacting the growth and development of e-commerce businesses within the state.

Impact

If enacted, this bill would alter the financial landscape for e-commerce businesses in New York by eliminating access to state financial support. This could lead to a decrease in the establishment of new e-commerce facilities and may affect existing businesses that rely on such incentives for expansion or operational costs. The bill could also set a precedent for how state funds are allocated in relation to emerging industries.

Sentiment

The sentiment surrounding Bill A04196 appears to be mixed, with some stakeholders supporting the restriction on funding for e-commerce projects due to concerns about their impact on local economies and job markets. However, others express concern that this could hinder economic growth and innovation in the e-commerce sector, which is a rapidly growing industry.

Contention

Notable points of contention include the potential economic impact on the e-commerce sector and the broader implications for job creation. Proponents of the bill argue that e-commerce facilities may not contribute sufficiently to local economies compared to traditional businesses, while opponents contend that restricting funding could stifle growth and competitiveness in a vital industry.

Companion Bills

NY S04658

Same As Relates to prohibiting the use of funds, financial incentives or subsidies where facilities or property are used primarily for e-commerce storage and transfers, or the facilitation thereof.

Previously Filed As

NY S10281

Relates to prohibiting the use of funds, financial incentives or subsidies where facilities or property are used primarily for e-commerce storage and transfers, or the facilitation thereof.

NY S00127

Relates to prohibiting the use of funds, financial incentives or subsidies where facilities or property are used primarily for e-commerce storage and transfers, or the facilitation thereof.

NY A01048

Relates to prohibiting the use of funds, financial incentives or subsidies where facilities or property are used primarily for e-commerce storage and transfers, or the facilitation thereof.

NY S04658

Relates to prohibiting the use of funds, financial incentives or subsidies where facilities or property are used primarily for e-commerce storage and transfers, or the facilitation thereof.

NY A10075

Prohibits incentives for the siting or operation of commercial renewable energy systems in sensitive environmental areas.

NY S09478

Prohibits incentives for the siting or operation of commercial renewable energy systems in sensitive environmental areas.

NY S03576

Prevents the use of funds, financial incentives, subsidies or tax exemptions for projects where the occupier of the project is not disclosed.

NY A05261

Prevents the use of funds, financial incentives, subsidies or tax exemptions for projects where the occupier of the project is not disclosed.

NY S05171

Prevents the use of funds, financial incentives, subsidies or tax exemptions for projects where the occupier of the project is not disclosed.

NY A02560

Prevents the use of funds, financial incentives, subsidies or tax exemptions for projects already in development.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.