New York 2025-2026 Regular Session

New York Assembly Bill A06127

Introduced
2/26/25  
Refer
2/26/25  

Caption

Relates to providing a tax exemption for volunteer firefighters and volunteer ambulance workers in a county with a population of more than 250,000 and less than 500,000 persons.

Summary

Bill A06127 proposes to amend the real property tax law to provide a tax exemption of up to 10% on the assessed value of real property owned by enrolled members of volunteer fire companies and voluntary ambulance services. This exemption is applicable in counties with populations between 250,000 and 500,000, excluding cities with populations of one million or more. To qualify, applicants must reside in the municipality served by the volunteer service, use the property as their primary residence, and have been an enrolled member for at least five years. The bill also allows for a lifetime exemption for members who have served over twenty years, contingent upon local legislative approval.

Impact

If enacted, this bill would create a new tax exemption category under the real property tax law specifically for volunteer firefighters and ambulance workers in designated counties. This change would potentially reduce the tax burden for qualifying individuals, thereby encouraging volunteerism in emergency services. Local municipalities would need to adopt laws to implement this exemption, which may lead to variations in how the exemption is applied across different jurisdictions within the specified population range.

Sentiment

The sentiment surrounding Bill A06127 appears to be generally supportive, as it aims to recognize and reward the contributions of volunteer emergency service workers. However, there may be concerns regarding the fiscal impact on local governments and the administrative burden of implementing the exemption, which could lead to discussions in committee and among stakeholders.

Contention

Notable points of contention may arise regarding the financial implications for local governments that adopt this exemption, as it could reduce their tax revenue. Additionally, there may be debates about the eligibility criteria, particularly the requirement for a minimum of five years of service, which some may view as too restrictive. Stakeholders from both sides, including volunteer organizations and local government representatives, may express differing opinions on these aspects.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

NY S06706

Relates to providing a tax exemption for volunteer firefighters and volunteer ambulance workers in a county with a population of more than 250,000 and less than 500,000 persons.

NY A10613

Increases the tax exemption to twenty percent on real property owned by members of volunteer fire companies or voluntary ambulance services in certain counties.

NY A09339

Provides an exemption from real property taxes for real property owned by an incorporated association of present or former volunteer firefighters, an incorporated volunteer fire company or fire department which is leased to an ambulance company exclusively used and occupied by such ambulance company for ambulance purposes.

NY HB2600

Exempting firefighters and volunteer firefighters from payment of income and real and personal property taxes

NY A00516

Increases the volunteer firefighters' and ambulance workers' credit.

NY S05837

Increases the volunteer firefighters' and ambulance workers' credit.

NY S06233

Provides that for taxable years beginning on and after January first, two thousand twenty-six, a resident taxpayer who serves as an active volunteer firefighter or as a volunteer ambulance worker shall be allowed a credit against the tax imposed equal to eight hundred dollars; provides for a real property tax exemption under certain circumstances to an enrolled member of an incorporated volunteer fire company, fire department or incorporated voluntary ambulance service residing in such city, village, town, school district, special district, fire district or county.

NY A06790

Provides that for taxable years beginning on and after January first, two thousand twenty-six, a resident taxpayer who serves as an active volunteer firefighter or as a volunteer ambulance worker shall be allowed a credit against the tax imposed equal to eight hundred dollars; provides for a real property tax exemption under certain circumstances to an enrolled member of an incorporated volunteer fire company, fire department or incorporated voluntary ambulance service residing in such city, village, town, school district, special district, fire district or county.

NY SB00373

An Act Allowing A Personal Income Tax Deduction For Stipends Paid To Volunteer Firefighters, Volunteer Fire Police Officers And Volunteer Ambulance Members.

NY A08657

Extends the effectiveness of certain sections of law relating to real property tax exemptions for real property owned by volunteer firefighters and volunteer ambulance workers.

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