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Imposes an occupancy tax in the village of Harrison
Vetoed · Sponsor David Buchwald
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Title of bill
An act to amend the tax law, in relation to the imposition of an occupancy tax in the village of Harrison; and providing for the repeal of such provisions upon expiration thereof
Purpose or general idea of bill
To authorize the Village of Harrison to enact a room occupancy tax not to exceed 3%.
Summary of specific provisions
The tax law is amended to add a new section 1202-x, to authorize the town/village of Harrison to enact such a tax.
Existing law
Adds a new section to New York State Tax Law, Article 29: Part 1, Sub Part A, Section 1202-X
Justification
The village of Harrison seeks the authority to impose a 3% daily room tax on any room in a hotel, motel, or similar place of public non-property. This tax is intended to raise revenues to support municipal expenses. The tax has been successful in the neighboring cities of New Rochelle, Rye, and White Plains. Chapter 381 of the Laws of 2010 grants similar authority to the Village of Rye Brook, which marks the first time such authority was granted to a municipality other than a city.
Legislative history
01/04/12: REFERRED TO INVESTIGATIONS AND GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS 01/10/13 REFERRED TO INVESTIGATIONS AND GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS 04/10/13 AMEND AND RECOMMIT TO INVESTIGATIONS AND GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS 04/10/13 PRINT NUMBER 2059A 01/08/14 REFERRED TO INVESTIGATIONS AND GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS
Fiscal implications
None to the state, but increased revenue for the Village of Harrison.
Local fiscal implications
Increased revenue for the Village of Harrison.
Effective date
This act shall take effect immediately and shall expire and be deemed repealed September 1, 2018.
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