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- Substituted by A8555A
- Advanced to third reading
- 2nd report cal.
- 1st report cal.857
- Referred to investigations and government operations
- Referred to rules
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Extends the occupancy tax in the city of New Rochelle until September 1, 2015
Signed by Governor · Sponsor George Latimer
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Sponsor's memo
BILL NUMBER:S5903
Title of bill
An act to amend chapter 88 of the laws of 2009 amending the tax law relating to the imposition of an occupancy tax in the city of New Rochelle, in relation to extending the effectiveness thereof
Purpose or general idea of bill
To authorize the City of New Rochelle to extend a room occupancy tax not to exceed 3%, ending in 2015.
Summary of specific provisions
Section 1202 of the tax law is amended to extend the authority of the City of New Rochelle to enact such a tax, ending in 2015.
Justification
The City of New Rochelle seeks to continue the authority passed in 2009 to impose a 3% daily room tax on hotel, motel, inn, club or or similar place of public accommodation, These are necessary, non-property tax revenues to support City expenses including offset impacts of rising pension costs, healthcare costs and other expenses not fully discretionary.
Prior legislative history
A.227/S.1886 of 2009 - Signed into law as Chapter 88 of 2009
Fiscal implications
The City estimates revenues of $250,000 per year minus implementation costs. None to the State.
Effective date
This act shall take effect immediately.
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