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New York Assembly Bill A08167

New York 2025-2026 Regular Session

New York Assembly Bill A08167

Introduced
5/5/25  
Refer
5/5/25  
Report Pass
5/20/25  

Caption

Authorizes up to two percent of mobile sports tax revenue, but not more than twenty million dollars, be used for youth team sports funding to be distributed by county youth bureaus, city of New York's department of youth and community development, and an organization which supports and invests in programs that use sports as a vehicle for youth development and social change.

Impact

If enacted, A08167 will significantly influence state legislation pertaining to mobile sports wagering funds. It will adjust existing tax revenue allocation methods by ensuring that a defined percentage is directed explicitly towards youth sports programming. The intended outcome is to increase participation in sports among young people, especially those from disadvantaged backgrounds. This approach aligns with broader educational and community engagement goals, promoting health and citizenship through organized sports.

Summary

Assembly Bill A08167 proposes to allocate two percent of mobile sports tax revenue for funding youth team sports in New York. The revenue generated from mobile sports wagering will be designated to support programs aimed at improving sports opportunities for underserved youth under the age of eighteen. The bill is designed to ensure that by utilizing a portion of the emerging sports wagering tax revenue, the state can enhance athletic programs, provide necessary equipment, and improve facilities for youth sports across various communities.

Contention

The bill may face contention related to how the funds are distributed and whether enough oversight and accountability measures are implemented to ensure that the funds reach those in need effectively. There may be concerns from lawmakers regarding the potential mismanagement of funds and whether programs will adequately serve the intended population. Discussion in legislative committees is likely to center around the balance between providing support for youth sports while ensuring the sustainable use of tax revenue generated by mobile sports betting.

Latest A08167 Activity

Companion Bills

NY S05640

Same As Authorizes up to two percent of mobile sports tax revenue, but not more than twenty million dollars, be used for youth team sports funding to be distributed by county youth bureaus, city of New York's department of youth and community development, and an organization which supports and invests in programs that use sports as a vehicle for youth development and social change.

Previously Filed As

NY A09752

Authorizes one percent of mobile sports tax revenue, but not less than five million dollars, to be used for sports programs for underserved youths.

NY S09236

Authorizes one percent of mobile sports tax revenue be used for problem gambling, one percent for youth sports and education funding, and one percent for youth team sports funding.

NY A10211

Authorizes one percent of mobile sports tax revenue be used for problem gambling, one percent for youth sports and education funding, and one percent for youth team sports funding.

NY S08439

Authorizes one percent of mobile sports tax revenue, but not less than six million dollars, to be used for problem gambling.

NY A09082

Authorizes one percent of mobile sports tax revenue, but not less than six million dollars, to be used for problem gambling.

NY S09312

Establishes the youth justice innovation fund to make funds available to community-based organizations for services and programs with the purpose of youth development and preventing youth arrest and incarceration.

NY A10290

Establishes the youth justice innovation fund to make funds available to community-based organizations for services and programs with the purpose of youth development and preventing youth arrest and incarceration.

NY S08005

Requires camps and youth sports programs have at least one automated external defibrillator; requires camps and youth sports programs to use best efforts to have at least one person trained to use such defibrillators at camps, games and practices.

NY A08554

Requires camps and youth sports programs have at least one automated external defibrillator; requires camps and youth sports programs to use best efforts to have at least one person trained to use such defibrillators at camps, games and practices.

NY S03045

Provides that eligible youth who were not given youthful offender status by the court be eligible for conviction sealing.

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