UTICA, N.Y. — State lawmakers are moving forward with a plan to help more residents access the Enhanced STAR tax exemption.
The State Senate passed legislation sponsored by Sen. Joseph Griffo that would allow a retroactive, one-time extension for people who missed the filing deadline for the exemption.
Filers would need to submit a written request to get the extension.
Sen. Griffo introduced the bill after hearing from constituents who missed the deadline due to health issues, family emergencies or confusion about eligibility.
Assemblywoman Marianne Buttenschon has introduced a similar bill in the Assembly, which is currently in the Standing Committee on Real Property Taxation.