Environment
Mixed / Neutral
50%
Benefits
- No direct environmental impact identified.
Risks
- No direct environmental impact identified.
StateNew YorkTo Governor
S 6834: Authorizes an occupancy tax in the city of Oneonta
Peter Oberacker
S 6834 status: To Governor — DELIVERED TO GOVERNOR (updated Aug 14, 2026).
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LegiScan
Confidence
High
Analysis basis
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What this bill does
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Overall Score
65OUT OF 100
Score:65/100 civic fit
Risk:Low Risk
Impact:Moderate Impact 40/100
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Constitutionality95%
Bipartisan90%
Public opinion50%
Bill summary
The bill provides the city of Oneonta with the legal authority to enact a local revenue-generating tool that impacts the lodging sector and city budget.
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Impact analysis
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Economy
Mixed / Neutral
55%
Benefits
- Provides the city with additional revenue for municipal services.
- Allows local control over fiscal policy.
Risks
- Increases the cost of short-term lodging in Oneonta.
- Potential negative impact on tourism competitiveness due to added fees.
Society
Mixed / Neutral
50%
Benefits
- Revenue can be used to fund public infrastructure.
Risks
- Increased costs are passed on to temporary visitors and transient residents.
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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
Visitors and businesses in Oneonta may face a future increase in lodging costs.
Analysis scope
Authorization is specific to the city of Oneonta only.
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Where it stands
Official record- IntroducedComplete
- CommitteeComplete
- Chamber votesComplete
- Final agreementComplete
- GovernorCurrent
- EnactedUpcoming
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