Ulster County
Fair Taxes Act
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Support a Fairer Ulster County

The Fair Taxes Act needs your voice. Here's how you can help move it forward.

#1 Action — Most Important

Take Assemblymember Shrestha's Survey

Assemblymember Sarahana Shrestha, the Assembly sponsor of the Fair Taxes Act, wants to hear from Ulster County residents. Your response directly informs her work on this legislation.

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Opens on ActionNetwork.org — takes about 2 minutes

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Contact Your County Legislator

The Ulster County Legislature is considering the Fair Taxes Act this year to build local support ahead of the 2027 state session. A quick call or email to your county legislator showing you support it makes a real difference.

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Share This Site

Many Ulster County residents don't know this proposal exists. Share this site with friends, family, and neighbors.

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Read the Legislation

Review the actual bill text to understand exactly what the Fair Taxes Act would do. Both the Senate and Assembly versions are publicly available.

Key Officials

What to Say When You Call

Not sure what to say? Here's a simple script:

“Hi, my name is [Name] and I'm a resident of Ulster County. I'm calling to express my support for the Ulster County Fair Taxes Act (S.10532 / A.11460). This legislation would authorize a modest progressive surcharge on high incomes to reduce the county's reliance on regressive property and sales taxes. I urge you to support it. Thank you.”

Not sure if you'd pay the surcharge?

Use the calculator to find out. Most Ulster County residents pay exactly $0 under this proposal.

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