Authorizes the South Nassau Water Authority and the North Shore Water Authority to remain eligible for funding in state fiscal year two thousand twenty-six--two thousand twenty-seven.
Impact
The passage of S07490 is significant for local governance and environmental management in New York. It enables the specified water authorities to access critical funding, facilitating ongoing projects and services tailored to enhance water quality and environmental sustainability. This move reflects a commitment to invest in local infrastructure that promotes safe and clean water supplies, aligning with broader state policies aimed at protecting natural resources and public health.
Summary
Bill S07490 aims to authorize the South Nassau Water Authority and the North Shore Water Authority to remain eligible for funding from the clean water, clean air, and green jobs environmental bond act for the state fiscal year 2026-2027. This legislation seeks to ensure continuous financial support for initiatives related to water quality and environmental improvements in these areas. By maintaining eligibility for these funds, the bill emphasizes the importance of local water authorities in overseeing clean water initiatives and fulfilling the state's environmental goals.
Contention
Notably, the bill's passage may encounter some contention, as discussions surrounding funding allocation often reveal differing opinions on budgetary priorities. While supporters argue that ensuring financial resources for water authorities is essential for public health and environmental conservation, opponents might raise concerns about state funding distribution and the potential for favoritism among jurisdictions. Overall, S07490 stands as a clarion call for prioritizing environmental stewardship through adequate funding and legislative support for local authorities.
Authorizes the South Nassau Water Authority and the North Shore Water Authority to remain eligible for funding in state fiscal year two thousand twenty-four--two thousand twenty-five.
Authorizes the South Nassau Water Authority and the North Shore Water Authority to remain eligible for funding in state fiscal year two thousand twenty-four--two thousand twenty-five.
Provides that for the two thousand twenty-four--two thousand twenty-five school year, the two thousand twenty-five--two thousand twenty-six school year, and the two thousand twenty-six--two thousand twenty-seven school year, surplus funds as used in this subdivision shall mean any operating funds in excess of five percent of the current school year budget, and shall not include funds properly retained under other sections of law.
Requires certain public authorities to establish a cashless tolling amnesty program between August first, two thousand twenty-four and December thirty-first, two thousand twenty-four for cashless tolls collected between April twenty-third, two thousand sixteen and June twenty-ninth, two thousand twenty-four.
Requires certain public authorities to establish a cashless tolling amnesty program between August first, two thousand twenty-four and December thirty-first, two thousand twenty-four for cashless tolls collected between April twenty-third, two thousand sixteen and June twenty-ninth, two thousand twenty-four.
Prevents certain public institutions of higher education from using the scholastic aptitude test and ACT assessment in the admissions process on and after the two thousand twenty-four--two thousand twenty-five academic year for New York resident applicants; requires SUNY and CUNY to create a new standardized test by the two thousand twenty-eight--two thousand twenty-nine academic year.
Provides for apportionment for charter school tuition payments for any school district that is required to pay tuition to charter schools in the two thousand twenty-three-two thousand twenty-four school year and thereafter.
Establishes a vacant residential investment exemption in cities with a population of not less than seven thousand fifty and not more than seven thousand sixty, determined in accordance with the two thousand twenty census.
Establishes a vacant residential investment exemption in cities with a population of not less than seven thousand fifty and not more than seven thousand sixty, determined in accordance with the two thousand twenty census.