Excludes solar or wind energy projects in the county of Lewis that were already in existence on the effective date of Part N of chapter 59 of the laws of 2023 from certain appraisal models and discount rates.
Impact
By providing an exemption from the standard appraisal model for solar and wind energy projects, the bill seeks to incentivize the development and retention of renewable energy sources in Lewis County. Supporters argue that this measure will foster an environment more favorable for existing energy projects; conversely, critics may contend that such exemptions could undermine broader state efforts to standardize energy regulations and equalize tax burdens across the state.
Summary
Bill S07390 amends the state laws regarding the tax assessment of solar and wind energy systems, specifically targeting projects that exist in Lewis County prior to the effective date of Part N of chapter 59 of the laws of 2023. The bill clarifies that the designated appraisal model and discount rates established for solar and wind projects will not apply to energy systems in place in Lewis County, offering them a unique exemption that could affect their tax liabilities significantly.
Contention
One notable point of contention surrounding S07390 lies in the implications of selectively exempting certain areas from established state appraisal models. Proponents of the bill view it as a necessary local support mechanism for renewable energy in Lewis County, while opponents might argue that this creates inequalities in how different counties are taxed, potentially leading to disputes and calls for similar exemptions elsewhere. Additionally, there may be concerns regarding the influence of such exemptions on future energy project funding and sustainability efforts.
Same As
Excludes solar or wind energy projects in the county of Lewis that were already in existence on the effective date of Part N of chapter 59 of the laws of 2023 from certain appraisal models and discount rates.
Excludes solar or wind energy projects in the county of Lewis that were already in existence on the effective date of Part N of chapter 59 of the laws of 2023 from certain appraisal models and discount rates.
Excludes solar or wind energy projects in the county of Lewis that were already in existence on the effective date of Part N of chapter 59 of the laws of 2023 from certain appraisal models and discount rates.
Authorizes certain policies issued by a risk retention group not chartered in this state; requires reporting by certain risk retention groups of other state's examinations, audits, or other investigations and their findings; amends the effective date of a chapter of the laws of 2023 amending the insurance law and the vehicle and traffic law relating to owner's policies of liability insurance issued by a risk retention group not chartered within this state, as proposed in legislative bills numbers S.5959-B and A.5718-B, to March 1, 2024.
Authorizes certain policies issued by a risk retention group not chartered in this state; requires reporting by certain risk retention groups of other state's examinations, audits, or other investigations and their findings; amends the effective date of a chapter of the laws of 2023 amending the insurance law and the vehicle and traffic law relating to owner's policies of liability insurance issued by a risk retention group not chartered within this state, as proposed in legislative bills numbers S.5959-B and A.5718-B, to March 1, 2024.
Relates to the dates to file a designating petition for Congress and party positions in 2024; provides that signatures for certain offices and party positions made earlier than February 29th made be counted.
Relates to the dates to file a designating petition for Congress and party positions in 2024; provides that signatures for certain offices and party positions made earlier than February 29th made be counted.
Relates to the application of special rebates and discounts to certain eligible energy users that conduct a manufacturing activity within the city which produces new goods primarily from waste paper or other recyclables collected from residential sources in the city.
Requires that the manufacture and distribution of electric vehicles, wind turbines, solar collectors and infrastructure to upgrade the power grid is conducted using only wind and solar energy and does not use any power derived from fossil fuels, nuclear energy or any form of combustion; amends definitions within the clean-fueled vehicle and buses projects to require such vehicles are manufactured and distributed using only wind and solar energy.