State • New York
S 6047: Permits the town of Monroe to impose a hotel and motel tax
James SkoufisTo Governor
S 6047 status: To Governor — DELIVERED TO GOVERNOR (updated Aug 14, 2026).
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What this bill does
Overall score
Score75/100 civic fit
RiskLow risk
ImpactLow impact 25/100
Bill summary
OfficialMonroe is now allowed to add a tax to hotel and motel bills, but only for a limited time.
Key analysis
Constitutionality95%
Bipartisan85%
Public opinion50%
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Impact analysis
Environment
Mixed / Neutral
50%
Benefits
- no direct environmental impact identified
Risks
- no direct environmental impact identified
Economy
Mixed / Neutral
50%
Benefits
- generates additional general fund revenue for the town of Monroe
- provides local fiscal autonomy
Risks
- increases the cost of lodging for visitors to Monroe
- potential negative impact on local tourism competitiveness
Society
Mixed / Neutral
50%
Benefits
- potential for revenue to support public town services
- standard exemptions for permanent residents and non-profits
Risks
- tax burden falls on temporary visitors and hotel guests
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How trustworthy & consequential it is
Source
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Confidence
highhigh
Analysis status
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Warning
this bill does not impose the tax, it only authorizes the town to do so
Limitation
geographic scope is limited to the town of Monroe only
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Where it stands
Introduced
CompleteCommittee
CompleteFloor
Complete4
Governor
CurrentDELIVERED TO GOVERNOR
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Enacted
Upcoming5
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