How guv's budget plan could affect you
Five ways you could pay more under Gov. David A. Paterson's proposed state budget.
PROPERTY TAXES. $1.1 billion less in school aid, and the elimination the STAR tax exemption for homes valued at $1.5 million or more, which could lead to higher local property taxes.
SODA. A new tax on beverage syrups and soft drinks; about a penny an ounce.
CIGARETTES. A $1 per pack increase in the cigarette excise tax.
TUITION. $201 million less to SUNY, community colleges and tuition assistance, which could lead to higher college costs for some.
HEALTH CARE. $240 million in surcharges on health care providers, which could be passed on to patients.
Sarra Sounds Off, Season 3, Ep 4: Top football teams in action, fantasy update and plays of the week Gregg Sarra sounds off on the Nassau Conference II football matchup between Calhoun at Carey, plus the comeback story of New Hyde Park's Gabriel Peter, an update on the high school fantasy football standings and the plays of the week.
Sarra Sounds Off, Season 3, Ep 4: Top football teams in action, fantasy update and plays of the week Gregg Sarra sounds off on the Nassau Conference II football matchup between Calhoun at Carey, plus the comeback story of New Hyde Park's Gabriel Peter, an update on the high school fantasy football standings and the plays of the week.
