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Assembly budget proposal echoes public’s concerns

Assemblywoman Donna Lupardo (D-Endwell) announced today that the Assembly passed its $133 billion budget proposal that closes a projected $10 billion deficit with $3.1 billion (2.3%) in spending cuts from last year. In addition, the Assembly’s budget proposal also restores … Continue reading

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Lupardo returns to Assembly in important role for Upstate

Assemblywoman Donna Lupardo (D-Endwell) will play an increasingly important role for Upstate, when she returns to the Assembly. Lupardo will take the oath of office at noon on Wednesday, January 5th, in the Assembly Chamber as they convene for the … Continue reading

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Statement regarding the reinstatement of clothing sales tax

Effective October 1, the state’s 4 percent sales tax exemption on clothing and footwear under $110 will be temporarily suspended for 6 months. On April 1, 2011, the exemption will be phased back in for on clothing and footwear under … Continue reading

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Statement in support of a property tax cap and mandate relief

As you may know, the state Senate recently passed a property tax cap bill.  It’s not clear whether the bill will come up for a vote in the Assembly before the end of this year.  Given the crushing burden of … Continue reading

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Governor signs Historic Property Tax Credit legislation co-sponsored by Lupardo

Assemblywoman Donna Lupardo (D-Endwell) announced today that Governor David Paterson signed into law legislation she co-sponsored to improve the State’s Historic Preservation Tax Credit. This will expand New York’s first-ever rehabilitation tax credit (Ch. 547 of 2006) for homeowners and … Continue reading

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