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History
- Substituted by A8548B
- Advanced to third reading
- 2nd report cal.
- 1st report cal.594
- Referred to investigations and government operations
Companion bill
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Relates to extending the authorization for additional sales tax in Dutchess county
Signed by Governor · Sponsor Frank Skartados
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Title of bill
An act to amend the tax law, in relation to sales and compensating use tax in Dutchess county
Purpose
To extend until November 30, 2011 Dutchess County's authorization to amend local laws, ordinances or resolutions in order to charge an additional three-quarters of one percent sales and compensating use tax.
Summary of provisions
Section one authorizes Dutchess County to extend the expiration date of its existing authorization to amend local laws, ordinances or resolutions to charge an additional three-quarters of once percent sales tax from November 30, 2009 to November 30, 2011.
Section two provides this act shall take effect immediately.
Existing law
Current law will expire November 30, 2009.
Justification
The Dutchess County Legislature has requested that legislation be introduced in the State Legislature to extend the authorization for a local law to meet local fiscal considerations.
Legislative history
Chapter 528, Laws of 2007
Local fiscal implications
Increased local revenue is anticipated.
Effective date
Immediately.
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