Environment
Mixed / Neutral
50%
Benefits
- No direct environmental benefit identified
Risks
- No direct environmental risk identified
StateNew YorkTo Governor
S 9376: Authorizes the town of Lancaster to impose an occupancy tax
Patrick Gallivan
S 9376 status: To Governor — DELIVERED TO GOVERNOR (updated Aug 14, 2026).
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Confidence
High
Analysis basis
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What this bill does
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Overall Score
70OUT OF 100
Score:70/100 civic fit
Risk:Low Risk
Impact:Moderate Impact 40/100
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Constitutionality90%
Bipartisan80%
Public opinion50%
Bill summary
This bill provides the Town of Lancaster with the authority to impose a new 3% occupancy tax, creating a meaningful but bounded fiscal impact for the locality.
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Impact analysis
✦ AI analysisModeled effects across six domains, estimated from bill text and comparable legislation.
Economy
Positive outlook
60%
Benefits
- Increases municipal general fund revenue
- Diversifies local tax base away from property owners
Risks
- Increases lodging costs for visitors
- Potential minor competitiveness disadvantage for local hospitality sector
Society
Mixed / Neutral
50%
Benefits
- No direct social benefit identified
Risks
- No direct social risk identified
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How trustworthy & consequential it is
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Confidence
High
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Analysis basis
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Source note
The tax applies to all overnight lodging, including small-scale bed and breakfasts and tourist facilities
Analysis scope
Economic impact depends on the specific rate chosen by the town (up to 3%)
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Where it stands
Official record- IntroducedComplete
- CommitteeComplete
- Chamber votesComplete
- Final agreementComplete
- GovernorCurrent
- EnactedUpcoming
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