New York Assembly Bill A06657

New York 2025-2026 Regular Session

• Introduced: 3/6/25
• Refer: 3/6/25
• Report Pass: 5/20/25
• Refer: 5/20/25
• Report Pass: 5/27/25
• Refer: 5/27/25
• Report Pass: 5/29/25
• Engrossed: 5/29/25
• Refer: 5/29/25
• Engrossed: 6/10/25
• Enrolled: 12/8/25
• Chaptered: 12/19/25
• Passed: 12/19/25

Caption

Authorizes the Thiells-Roseville Fire District to file an application for exemption from school taxes and real property taxes.

Summary

Bill A06657 authorizes the Thiells-Roseville Fire District to apply for exemptions from school taxes and real property taxes for specific parcels of land in the town of Haverstraw, Rockland County. The bill allows the local assessor to accept this application retroactively, as if it had been submitted by the appropriate taxable status date. If the exemption is granted, the fire district may receive refunds for any taxes already paid, along with the cancellation of any outstanding tax liabilities.

Impact

The passage of this bill will create a specific exemption for the Thiells-Roseville Fire District under the real property tax law, which may set a precedent for similar exemptions for other fire districts in New York. It allows for the retroactive acceptance of tax exemption applications, potentially impacting the revenue collected by local school districts and municipalities. The bill could also influence how other local governments handle tax exemptions for non-profit organizations.

Sentiment

The sentiment surrounding Bill A06657 has been overwhelmingly positive, as indicated by the unanimous votes in favor from various committees and the final passage in both the Assembly and Senate. The discussions have focused on the importance of supporting fire districts and ensuring they have the financial resources necessary to operate effectively.

Contention

There appears to be minimal contention regarding this bill, as it has received broad support across party lines. However, some concerns may arise regarding the implications of granting tax exemptions and the potential impact on local tax revenues, particularly from school districts that rely on these funds.