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Senator Klein Praises Legislature For Override Of Tax Credit Vetoes
Jeffrey D. Klein
April 30, 2006
The override restores funds for the newly created Empire State Child Credit, and the School Tax Relief (STAR) Plus Rebate program. Both programs are part of a tax reduction package supported overwhelmingly by the Senate to provide tax relief for
“I am proud of my colleagues in the Senate for their decision to stand up to the Governor,” Senator Klein said. “The tax cuts we originally agreed to were a way of giving financial relief to those who need it the most. When the Governor opted to use his veto pen, we were disappointed, but resolute in undoing this mistake and restoring these credits to the hardworking people of
The Empire State Child Credit provides parents with immediate and direct tax relief though a credit of up to one-third of the Federal Child Tax Credit, which currently stands at $1,000.
“Parents work hard to support their families, and the state recognizes that by providing some relief to taxpayers to help make things a little easier,” said Senator Klein. “The Empire State Child Credit is a reward to families who face financial challenges associated with raising their children.”
The override also reinstates additional STAR funding that will save
“Without the override, the Governor’s veto would have left millions of qualified homeowners on the outside looking in,” said Senator Klein. “Now, every
Senator Klein said that the decision by the Legislature to override the Governor’s vetoes was a necessary and responsible one.
“Our citizens expect us to not only provide the funds necessary for the basic services we have all come to depend on, but also to lessen the burden on taxpayers by offering some relief,” said Senator Klein. “The working people of
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