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Senator · Senate District 57
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History
- Substituted by A6967
- Advanced to third reading
- 2nd report cal.
- 1st report cal.480
- Referred to investigations and government operations
Companion bill
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Extends to November 30, 2013, the expiration of the 5% hotel and motel tax in the county of Chautauqua
Signed by Governor · Sponsor Andrew Goodell
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Sponsor's memo
BILL NUMBER:S4022
Title of bill
An act to amend chapter 405 of the laws of 2007, amending the tax law relating to increasing hotel/motel taxes in Chautauqua county, in relation to extending the expiration of such provisions
Purpose
The purpose of this bill is to extend to November 30,2013, the expiration of the 5% hotel and motel tax in the County of Chautauqua.
Summary of provisions
Section 2 of chapter 405 of the Laws of 2007, amending the tax law, as amended by chapter 130 of the laws of 2009, is amended.
Justification
The Chautauqua County Legislature passed a resolution requesting the authority to extend the county's authorization for an occupancy tax of up to five percent. Chapter 405 of the Laws of 2007 authorized Chautauqua County to raise their occupancy tax from three to five percent. Chapter 130 of the Laws of 2009 subsequently authorized an extension until November 30, 2011. This bill would provide an additional two-year extension until November 30, 2013.
The additional tax revenue will be placed in a fund dedicated to the enhancement and protection of the lakes and streams of Chautauqua County. The beautiful lakes and streams located in Chautauqua County are a primary attraction for tourists and visitors.
Legislative history
This is a new bill.
Fiscal implications
None to the State.
Effective date
Immediately.
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