New York 2025-2026 Regular Session

New York Assembly Bill A09652

Introduced
1/21/26  

Caption

Extends the authority for the town of Brookhaven to impose a real estate transfer tax with revenues therefrom to be deposited into a community preservation fund until 2045.

Impact

The impact of this bill on state laws primarily revolves around local taxation and community funding mechanisms. By allowing Brookhaven to extend the real estate transfer tax, the bill supports the town's ability to raise funds for local projects that align with the goals of community preservation. This could potentially enhance the town's resources for conservation efforts, development projects, and maintaining local heritage, benefiting residents and local policymakers in their efforts to manage land and resources effectively.

Summary

A09652 is a legislative bill aimed at extending the authority of the town of Brookhaven to impose a real estate transfer tax. The revenues generated from this tax are to be deposited into a community preservation fund, which is used for various local preservation projects. This extension sets the expiration date of the tax provisions to 2045, thereby providing a longer-term financial mechanism for supporting community initiatives in the town.

Contention

Notable points of contention surrounding this bill may involve debates over local versus state control of taxation powers. Some stakeholders might argue that extending the tax could burden property buyers and impact the local real estate market. Conversely, proponents may advocate for the continuation of the tax as crucial for sustaining community initiatives. As with many local tax measures, discussions about equity, burden distribution, and the effectiveness of the fund may arise among legislators and community members.

Companion Bills

NY S08555

Same As Extends the authority for the town of Brookhaven to impose a real estate transfer tax with revenues therefrom to be deposited into a community preservation fund until 2045.

Previously Filed As

NY S08555

Extends the authority for the town of Brookhaven to impose a real estate transfer tax with revenues therefrom to be deposited into a community preservation fund until 2045.

NY A02022

Authorizes the town of Chester to establish community preservation funds; establishes a real estate transfer tax with revenues therefrom to be deposited in said community preservation fund.

NY S00277

Authorizes the town of Chester to establish community preservation funds; establishes a real estate transfer tax with revenues therefrom to be deposited in said community preservation fund.

NY A06918

Authorizes the town of Copake to establish community preservation funds and to impose a real estate transfer tax with revenues to be deposited into the community preservation fund; provides for the repeal of certain provisions upon expiration thereof.

NY S06664

Authorizes the town of Copake to establish community preservation funds and to impose a real estate transfer tax with revenues to be deposited into the community preservation fund; provides for the repeal of certain provisions upon expiration thereof.

NY A10052

Extends the effectiveness of the authority of the town of Red Hook to impose real estate transfer taxes and to deposit revenue from such taxes into a community preservation fund.

NY S09041

Extends the effectiveness of the authority of the town of Red Hook to impose real estate transfer taxes and to deposit revenue from such taxes into a community preservation fund.

NY A06149

Authorizes the town of Wawayanda to establish community preservation funds; establishes a real estate transfer tax with revenues therefrom to be deposited in said community preservation fund.

NY S09674

Authorizes cities and towns, except a city with a population of one million or more, to establish community housing funds; authorizes such cities and towns to impose a real estate transfer tax with revenues to be deposited in such funds; makes related provisions.

NY A06097

Authorizes the town of Orangetown to establish community preservation funds; establishes a real estate transfer tax with revenues therefrom to be deposited in said community preservation fund; provides for the repeal of such provisions upon the expiration thereof.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.