New York 2025 Session Status: Introduced

A11697 — Creates a sales and use tax exemption for school buses and related items

Last action — In Assembly Committee

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

This bill has been introduced in the Assembly. Introduced September 02, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.

Next likely step: a committee referral and hearing.

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Odds of enactment

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In plain language

This bill establishes a tax exemption for school buses and related items.

The bill creates a sales and use tax exemption specifically for school buses and related items. This aims to reduce costs associated with purchasing these essential vehicles and equipment.

What this means for you
  • Schools: What this means for you: You may save money on purchasing school buses and related equipment, allowing for better budget management.

Summary

Creates a sales and use tax exemption for school buses and related items.

Bill Text

Action History

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Sponsors

  • Robert Smullen · Primary

Sponsorship breakdown

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

Sponsors (1)

  • Robert Smullen

Co-sponsors (0)

None.

Not signed on (218)

218 members have not signed on to this bill.

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Subjects

taxation transportation education
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Frequently asked questions

What does A11697 do?
Creates a sales and use tax exemption for school buses and related items.
Who sponsors A11697?
A11697 is sponsored by Robert Smullen.
What is the current status of A11697?
This bill has been introduced in the Assembly. Introduced September 02, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
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