NYC Council Introduction 597

intro.nyc/0597-2024 2024-2025 Legislative Session
Requiring an affirmative vote of at least two-thirds of all council members for the passage of any local law or resolution that raises taxes
Status: Committee Committee on Governmental Operations, State & Federal Legislation
Sponsored by Robert F. Holden
Introduced: March 7, 2024

This bill would require a 2/3 vote, rather than a majority, by the Council for any local law that increases taxes, reduces or eliminates tax deductions, or increases fees.