Provides eligibility for a property tax exemption for enrolled members of a volunteer ocean rescue squad in certain municipalities upon the adoption of a local law, ordinance or resolution.
Summary
Bill S00782 amends the real property tax law to provide a property tax exemption for members of ocean rescue squads in specific municipalities in New York. The exemption allows for up to a 10% reduction in the assessed value of the property owned by an enrolled member or their spouse, contingent upon the adoption of a local law by the governing body of the municipality. The bill specifies eligibility criteria, including residency requirements and certification of service by the ocean rescue squad authority.
Impact
The bill introduces a new section to the real property tax law, specifically targeting ocean rescue squad members in municipalities with populations between 28,370 and 28,400. It repeals a previous law concerning tax exemptions for members of the East Hampton Volunteer Ocean Rescue and Auxiliary Squad, thereby standardizing the exemption process across eligible municipalities. This change could lead to increased local support for volunteer rescue services and potentially enhance recruitment and retention of volunteers.
Sentiment
The sentiment surrounding Bill S00782 appears to be overwhelmingly positive, as evidenced by the voting history. The Senate Rules Committee voted 21-0 in favor, and the final passage in both the Senate and Assembly saw a significant majority, with 62-1 and 145-0 votes respectively. This indicates strong bipartisan support for the bill.
Contention
There are no notable points of contention reported in the discussions or voting history surrounding this bill. The unanimous support in committee and on the floor suggests that there were no significant opposing viewpoints raised during the legislative process.
Same As
Provides eligibility for a property tax exemption for enrolled members of a volunteer ocean rescue squad in certain municipalities upon the adoption of a local law, ordinance or resolution.
Provides eligibility for a property tax exemption for enrolled members of a volunteer ocean rescue squad in certain municipalities upon the adoption of a local law, ordinance or resolution.
Establishes eligibility for a tax exemption on real property for enrolled members of ocean rescue squads in certain municipalities; repeals a section of law relating to the eligibility of enrolled members of Southampton Village Ocean Rescue for a tax exemption on real property.
Establishes eligibility for a tax exemption on real property for enrolled members of ocean rescue squads in certain municipalities; repeals a section of law relating to the eligibility of enrolled members of Southampton Village Ocean Rescue for a tax exemption on real property.
Establishes a supplemental property tax exemption for veterans and certain un-remarried spouses of veterans upon the adoption of a local law, ordinance or resolution.
Proposes constitutional amendment authorizing municipalities, by ordinance, to provide partial property tax exemption on primary residence of certain volunteer first responders.
Proposes constitutional amendment authorizing municipalities, by ordinance, to provide partial property tax exemption on primary residence of certain volunteer first responders.
Relates to the eligibility of enrolled members of the East Hampton Volunteer Ocean Rescue and Auxiliary Squad for the tax exemption on real property authorized by section 466-a of the real property tax law, as added by chapter 670 of the laws of 2022.