S 8188: Authorizes the town of Rhinebeck, county of Dutchess, to establish hotel and motel taxes within such town
S 8188 status: To Governor — DELIVERED TO GOVERNOR (updated Aug 14, 2026).
What this bill does
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Bill summary
OfficialRhinebeck is now allowed to charge a tax on hotel and motel stays. This tax is temporary and will automatically end after a set period of time.
Key analysis
Impact analysis
Environment
Benefits
- no direct environmental impact identified
Risks
- no direct environmental impact identified
Economy
Benefits
- provides new, flexible revenue for town general fund
- enables local fiscal autonomy
Risks
- increases operational costs for local lodging businesses
- potential slight increase in travel costs for visitors
Society
Benefits
- revenue can be used for public services and community needs
- exempts permanent residents from occupancy tax
Risks
- tax burden passed on to visitors and transient occupants
How trustworthy & consequential it is
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Confidence
highhigh
Analysis status
LegiScan full bill text
the 2-year limitation on local enactments requires ongoing town council oversight
effects are restricted to the town of Rhinebeck only
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