State • New York
S 7820: Authorizes the town of Gardiner to impose a hotel and motel tax
Peter OberackerTo Governor
S 7820 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
ImpactModerate impact 40/100
Bill summary
OfficialAuthorizes the town of Gardiner, in the county of Ulster, to impose a hotel and motel tax.
Key analysis
Constitutionality100%
Bipartisan90%
Public opinion70%
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Impact analysis
Environment
Mixed / Neutral
50%
Benefits
- none identified
Risks
- none identified
Economy
Positive Outlook
60%
Benefits
- generates local tax revenue
- diversifies municipal funding
Risks
- increases costs for visitors
- potential competitive pressure on local lodging
Society
Mixed / Neutral
50%
Benefits
- potential funding for local public services
Risks
- none significant
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How trustworthy & consequential it is
Source
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Confidence
highhigh
Analysis status
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Warning
sunset provision requires re-authorization after three years
Limitation
effect depends on subsequent local laws passed by the town board
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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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