Environment
Mixed / Neutral
50%
Benefits
- None identified
Risks
- None identified
StateNew YorkTo Governor
A 10932: Authorizes an occupancy tax in the town of Amherst
Karen McMahon
A 10932 status: To Governor — DELIVERED TO GOVERNOR (updated Aug 14, 2026).
Source
LegiScan
Confidence
High
Analysis basis
LegiScan full bill text
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What this bill does
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Overall Score
75OUT OF 100
Score:75/100 civic fit
Risk:Low Risk
Impact:Moderate Impact 45/100
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Constitutionality95%
Bipartisan80%
Public opinion60%
Bill summary
The bill authorizes a new 2.5% hotel occupancy tax in the Town of Amherst, directly affecting local hospitality revenue and town-managed capital budgets.
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Impact analysis
✦ AI analysisModeled effects across six domains, estimated from bill text and comparable legislation.
Economy
Mixed / Neutral
55%
Benefits
- Generates new revenue for local general fund
- Funds specific capital improvements for public facilities
Risks
- Slightly increases cost of lodging for visitors
- Compliance burden placed on local hotel operators
Society
Positive outlook
60%
Benefits
- Directly finances youth and amateur sports facilities
- Supports community health and wellness infrastructure
Risks
- None identified
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How trustworthy & consequential it is
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LegiScan
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Confidence
High
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Analysis basis
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Source note
The 2.5% tax increase may impact price competitiveness for Amherst hotels compared to neighboring municipalities.
Analysis scope
Tax implementation requires the Town of Amherst to adopt a separate local law.
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Where it stands
Official record- IntroducedComplete
- CommitteeComplete
- Chamber votesComplete
- Final agreementComplete
- GovernorCurrent
- EnactedUpcoming
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