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Establishes a real property tax exemption of up to fifty percent of the assessed valuation of such real property for surviving spouses of state and county correction officers who died in the line of duty and such property constitutes the primary resident of such surviving spouse.

March 2, 2026

Summary

If enacted, this bill would provide a real property tax exemption of up to 50% of assessed valuation for surviving spouses of state and county correction officers who died in the line of duty, provided the property is their primary residence. This exemption reduces property tax liability for eligible surviving spouses, potentially lowering monthly escrow payments for mortgage servicers in New York. The bill does not directly regulate lending or servicing activities but affects property tax administration.

Source: https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S9325

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It was published on March 2, 2026.

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Establishes a real property tax exemption of up to fifty percent of the assessed valuation of such real property for surviving spouses of state and county correction officers who died in the line of duty and such property constitutes the primary resident of such surviving spouse. — Reglith