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S 5192

Extends the provisions authorizing the town of Greenburgh to adopt a local law to impose a hotel/motel occupancy tax

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Andrea Stewart-Cousins

Bill S 5192 extends Greenburgh's authority to impose a hotel/motel occupancy tax, boosting local revenue for services while increasing costs for guests.

SUBSTITUTED BY A6433
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Bill Summary · S 5192

Summary of Bill S 5192

Bill Information

  • Bill Number: S 5192
  • Title: Extends the provisions authorizing the town of Greenburgh to adopt a local law to impose a hotel/motel occupancy tax
  • Status: Substituted by A6433
  • Introduced: February 19, 2025
  • Classification: Bill

Purpose and Intent

Bill S 5192 aims to extend the authority of the town of Greenburgh to impose a hotel/motel occupancy tax. This tax is typically levied on guests staying in hotels and motels within the town, providing a source of revenue that can be used for local services and infrastructure.

Key Provisions

  • Extension of Authority: The bill seeks to prolong the existing provisions that allow Greenburgh to implement a hotel/motel occupancy tax.
  • Local Law Adoption: It enables the town to adopt a local law specifically for the imposition of this tax, which can be tailored to meet local needs and conditions.

Impact

  • Affected Parties:
    • Hotel and Motel Operators: Establishments within Greenburgh will be directly impacted as they will be required to collect the occupancy tax from guests.
    • Local Government: The town will benefit from additional revenue generated through this tax, which can be allocated to various public services, tourism promotion, and infrastructure improvements.
    • Visitors: Guests staying in hotels and motels in Greenburgh will see an increase in their total lodging costs due to the tax.

Legislative Timeline

  • February 19, 2025: Bill introduced and referred to the Committee on Investigations and Government Operations.
  • April 29, 2025: The bill was reported to the calendar for the first time.
  • April 30, 2025: The bill advanced to the second report calendar.
  • May 1, 2025: The bill was advanced to a third reading.
  • May 27, 2025: The bill was substituted by A6433, indicating that the provisions may be incorporated into a different legislative framework.

Related Bills

  • A 6433: This is the companion bill to S 5192, which may contain similar provisions or further details regarding the hotel/motel occupancy tax.

In summary, Bill S 5192 is focused on extending the local authority for Greenburgh to impose a hotel/motel occupancy tax, which is expected to enhance local revenue and support community services. The bill has progressed through various legislative stages and has been substituted by a related bill, A 6433.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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