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NY A10429
Bill
Status
3/6/2026
Primary Sponsor
Keith Powers
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AI Summary
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Exempts admission charges for live stand-up comedy performances (both scripted and unscripted) from New York State sales tax by adding comedy to the existing exemption for dramatic, choreographic, and musical performances
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Applies to comedy shows at theatres, concert halls, and other places of assembly, as well as comedy clubs that serve food and beverages with a separate admission charge
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Amends Tax Law Section 1101 to explicitly include comedy venues alongside existing exemptions for dramatic and musical arts venues
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Takes effect on the first day of a sales tax quarterly period at least 60 days after enactment
Legislative Description
Provides a sales tax exemption to any admission charge for a comedy performance including both scripted and unscripted.
Last Action
referred to ways and means
3/6/2026