New York 2025 Session Status: Introduced

S10634 — Permits the city of Yonkers to establish a surcharge for vacant and abandoned property

Last action — In Senate Committee

  1. 1
    Introduced
  2. 2
    In Committee
  3. 3
    Passed Senate
  4. 4
    Passed Assembly
  5. 5
    To Executive
  6. 6
    Enacted

This bill has been introduced in the Senate. Introduced June 01, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.

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Odds of enactment

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In plain language

This bill allows Yonkers to charge higher taxes on vacant and abandoned properties.

The bill permits the city of Yonkers to impose a surcharge on vacant and abandoned properties, potentially up to three times the regular tax rate. This aims to address issues related to property neglect in the city.

What this means for you
  • Consumers: This means potential buyers might see fewer neglected properties for sale, improving neighborhood appeal.

Summary

Permits the city of Yonkers to establish a surcharge for up to 3 times the standard tax rate for vacant and abandoned property.

Bill Text

Action History

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Sponsors

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1 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 218 not signed on

Sponsors (1)

Co-sponsors (0)

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Not signed on (218)

218 members have not signed on to this bill.

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Subjects

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Frequently asked questions

What does S10634 do?
Permits the city of Yonkers to establish a surcharge for up to 3 times the standard tax rate for vacant and abandoned property.
Who sponsors S10634?
S10634 is sponsored by Andrea Stewart-Cousins.
What is the current status of S10634?
This bill has been introduced in the Senate. Introduced June 01, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
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