New York 2025-2026 Regular Session

New York Senate Bill S00157

Introduced
1/8/25  
Refer
1/8/25  

Caption

Repeals certain provisions relating to use tax exemptions for certain race horses; prevents nonresident race horse owners from avoiding use tax in certain situations.

Summary

Bill S00157 aims to amend New York's tax law by repealing certain provisions related to use tax exemptions for race horses. Specifically, it seeks to eliminate tax exemptions that allow nonresident owners of race horses to avoid use tax when bringing their horses into New York for racing purposes. The bill modifies existing regulations to ensure that nonresident entities cannot claim these exemptions unless they have been conducting business outside of New York for at least six months prior to bringing the horses into the state.

Impact

The passage of this bill would result in a more stringent application of use tax regulations for nonresident race horse owners in New York. By repealing the exemptions, the state aims to increase tax revenue from the racing industry and ensure that all race horse owners contribute fairly to the state's tax base. This could potentially impact the operations of nonresident horse owners and the overall competitiveness of New York's racing industry.

Sentiment

The sentiment surrounding Bill S00157 appears to be cautiously supportive among legislators, with discussions focusing on the need for fairness in tax contributions from nonresident owners. However, there may be concerns regarding the potential impact on the racing industry and nonresident participation in New York's racing events, which could lead to some opposition from stakeholders in the horse racing community.

Contention

Notable points of contention include the balance between generating state revenue through tax regulations and maintaining New York's attractiveness as a destination for horse racing. Some legislators and industry representatives may argue that stricter tax rules could deter nonresident owners from participating in New York's racing events, while proponents of the bill emphasize the importance of equitable tax treatment for all horse owners.

Companion Bills

NY A03063

Same As Repeals certain provisions relating to use tax exemptions for certain race horses; prevents nonresident race horse owners from avoiding use tax in certain situations.

Previously Filed As

NY S00481

Repeals certain provisions relating to use tax exemptions for certain race horses; prevents nonresident race horse owners from avoiding use tax in certain situations.

NY A01438

Repeals certain provisions relating to use tax exemptions for certain race horses; prevents nonresident race horse owners from avoiding use tax in certain situations.

NY A03063

Repeals certain provisions relating to use tax exemptions for certain race horses; prevents nonresident race horse owners from avoiding use tax in certain situations.

NY SB21

Amending the Kansas parimutuel racing act regarding qualifications for an organization license, the definition of horsemen's associations and horsemen's nonprofit organizations and the distribution of certain tax revenues.

NY HSB344

A bill for an act relating to horse racing by transferring certain portions of the state sales tax for the purpose of supplementing horse race purses, and making appropriations.

NY A08527

Expands the imposition of sales tax on the sale of race horses made through claiming races to include the total sale price on each sale.

NY S07907

Expands the imposition of sales tax on the sale of race horses made through claiming races to include the total sale price on each sale.

NY SB102

Income tax; excluding certain compensation to certain nonresidents; prohibiting requirement of employers to withhold taxes from certain compensation. Effective date.

NY SB1315

Horse racing and pari-mutuel wagering; percentage retained by racetrack and locality.

NY HB588

Taxation; historical horse racing computerized machines; state and local privilege tax levied on pari-mutuel wagering on historical horse racing machines; local taxes repealed

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.