Permanently Disabled Veterans Property Tax Exemption
Chemung County
Summary
Local officials discussed a new New York State law taking effect October 1, 2026, that exempts 100% permanently and totally disabled veterans from property taxes, though counties must opt in and tracking eligible residents poses a challenge.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 1
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 5, 2026.
Impact analysis
Could reduce property tax revenue for the county, municipalities, and school districts depending on local adoption and the exact number of eligible veterans.
Veterans with a 100% permanent and total disability rating who qualify for the exemption.
Other taxpayers may face shifted tax burdens if local taxing jurisdictions absorb revenue losses.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Legislative Standing Budget Committee - Oct 5, 2026
Legislators discussed exploring a new property tax exemption for permanently and totally disabled veterans. They noted that initial fiscal impact estimates may be worst-case scenarios and asked the county attorney to start drafting paperwork while they await precise eligible parcel counts from the real property tax director.
Legislative Standing Committees - Jul 27, 2026
Local officials discussed a new New York State law taking effect October 1, 2026, that exempts 100% permanently and totally disabled veterans from property taxes, though counties must opt in and tracking eligible residents poses a challenge.
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