Federal Affairs

"It's important that counties have a seat at the table when it comes to these federal policies."

The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA), a major overhaul of the U.S. tax code capped the State and Local Tax (SALT) deduction at $10,000 per year, but not both through tax year 2025.

For the first time in NYSAC history, the Chairs of all 57 county legislative bodies signed a letter to Majority Leader Charles Schumer seeking federal assistance in preserving this vital funding.

This Blog highlights what is at stake in the unprecedented Medicaid cost shift proposed by Governor Hochul in her budget and ultimately supported by the Legislature.