Environment
Mixed / Neutral
50%
Benefits
- No direct environmental impact identified
Risks
- No direct environmental impact identified
StateNew YorkTo Governor
S 9157: Authorizes the city of Batavia to impose a hotel and motel tax
George Borrello
S 9157 status: To Governor — DELIVERED TO GOVERNOR (updated Aug 14, 2026).
Source
LegiScan
Confidence
High
Analysis basis
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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 40/100
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Constitutionality95%
Bipartisan90%
Public opinion60%
Bill summary
This legislation enables a new revenue stream for the City of Batavia, impacting local government budget planning and tourism expenditures within that specific municipality.
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Impact analysis
✦ AI analysisModeled effects across six domains, estimated from bill text and comparable legislation.
Economy
Mixed / Neutral
55%
Benefits
- Provides predictable revenue for local tourism and economic development projects
- Enables city fiscal independence without immediate property tax hikes
Risks
- Increases the cost of lodging, potentially impacting visitor volume
- Adds compliance and collection requirements for local hospitality operators
Society
Mixed / Neutral
50%
Benefits
- Revenue allocated to community development may improve local public amenities
Risks
- Tax burden falls primarily on non-resident travelers
Technology Industry
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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
Revenue use is restricted to specified development categories, which limits local government fiscal flexibility
Analysis scope
Economic impact depends entirely on the City of Batavia's decision to enact the optional local law
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Where it stands
Official record- IntroducedComplete
- CommitteeComplete
- Chamber votesComplete
- Final agreementComplete
- GovernorCurrent
- EnactedUpcoming
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