NY A06037

Requires entities administering the tax abatement program to implement outreach initiatives through mailings, advertisements, social media, community partnerships, and other methods to identify and inform eligible seniors and persons with disabilities not currently participating in the program.

Mandates municipalities to develop programs allowing applicants and participants to check the status of their tax abatement applications or forms, with provisions for individuals with language barriers, visual impairments, hearing loss, speech impediments, cognitive impairments, or lack of internet access.

Establishes a 10-day deadline for acknowledging receipt of application forms with the date received noted.

Sets a 30-day deadline for the administering entity to approve, deny, or request additional information on applications or renewal applications; if additional information is requested, the entity has 15 days after receiving it to make a final decision.

Requires written notification within 10 days of any approval or denial decision, including the action taken, date of action, and available recourse options.