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NY A01912

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/13/2015

Primary Sponsor

Clifford Crouch

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Origin

Assembly

2015-2016 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Adds a new tax credit for members of volunteer fire departments and volunteer ambulance corps who have been in good standing for a minimum of five years
  • Credit amount equals $2,500 or the total income tax owed by the taxpayer, whichever is lower
  • Requires members to maintain continuous eligibility in the state to receive the credit
  • Takes effect January 1, 2016 and applies to taxable years beginning on or after that date
  • Authorizes the Commissioner of Taxation and Finance to promulgate rules and regulations necessary for implementation

Legislative Description

Gives state income tax credit to volunteer firefighters and members of a volunteer ambulance corps in good standing up to $2500; must be in good standing for a minimum of five years and maintain continued eligibility.

Last Action

held for consideration in ways and means

6/14/2016

Committee Referrals

Ways and Means1/13/2015

Full Bill Text

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