New York 2025-2026 Regular Session

New York Senate Bill S06243

Introduced
3/7/25  

Caption

Authorizes the town of Fishkill to adopt a local law to impose a hotel/motel occupancy tax for hotels not located in the village of Fishkill; authorizes the village of Fishkill to adopt local laws to impose a hotel/motel occupancy tax in such village; provides for the repeal of such provisions upon expiration thereof.

Summary

Bill S06243 amends the tax law to authorize the town of Fishkill and the village of Fishkill to impose a hotel/motel occupancy tax. This tax will apply to hotels and motels located outside the village limits for the town and within the village limits for the village. The tax rate is capped at 2.5% of the per diem rental rate for each room, and the bill outlines the collection and administration processes for the tax. The provisions of this bill will expire on December 31, 2027, unless renewed.

Impact

The bill will enable the town and village of Fishkill to generate additional revenue through the imposition of a hotel/motel occupancy tax. This revenue will be deposited into the general fund of the respective municipality and can be allocated for various local purposes. The bill also sets forth specific guidelines for the administration and collection of the tax, which may streamline local tax processes.

Sentiment

The sentiment surrounding Bill S06243 appears to be generally supportive, as it provides local governments with the authority to raise funds for community needs. However, there may be concerns from hotel operators regarding the additional tax burden and its potential impact on tourism and occupancy rates in the area.

Contention

Notable points of contention may arise from hotel owners who could oppose the imposition of this tax, arguing that it may deter visitors or increase operational costs. Additionally, discussions may focus on the effectiveness of such taxes in generating revenue without negatively impacting the local economy.

Companion Bills

NY A06815

Same As Authorizes the town of Fishkill to adopt a local law to impose a hotel/motel occupancy tax for hotels not located in the village of Fishkill; authorizes the village of Fishkill to adopt local laws to impose a hotel/motel occupancy tax in such village; provides for the repeal of such provisions upon expiration thereof.

Previously Filed As

NY A06815

Authorizes the town of Fishkill to adopt a local law to impose a hotel/motel occupancy tax for hotels not located in the village of Fishkill; authorizes the village of Fishkill to adopt local laws to impose a hotel/motel occupancy tax in such village; provides for the repeal of such provisions upon expiration thereof.

NY S07650

Authorizes the village of Chester to impose a five percent hotel and motel tax; provides for the repeal of such provisions upon expiration thereof.

NY S05191

Extends the authorization of the town of Mount Pleasant to adopt a local law to impose a hotel/motel occupancy tax for hotels not located in a village to September 1, 2027.

NY A06220

Extends the authorization of the town of Mount Pleasant to adopt a local law to impose a hotel/motel occupancy tax for hotels not located in a village to September 1, 2027.

NY S10319

Authorizes the village of Johnson City to establish hotel and motel taxes within such village.

NY A11344

Authorizes the village of Johnson City to establish hotel and motel taxes within such village

NY A10522

Authorizes the town of Clinton to impose a 3% occupancy tax upon persons occupying hotel or motel rooms in such town; provides for the repeal of such provisions upon expiration thereof.

NY S09374

Authorizes the town of Clinton to impose a 3% occupancy tax upon persons occupying hotel or motel rooms in such town; provides for the repeal of such provisions upon expiration thereof.

NY A07913

Authorizes the town of Montgomery to impose a hotel and motel tax; provides for the repeal of such provisions upon expiration thereof.

NY S06618

Authorizes the town of Montgomery to impose a hotel and motel tax; provides for the repeal of such provisions upon expiration thereof.

Similar Bills

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