News12 New York
N12 Originals
Numbers & Links
Local News
Crime
Weather
Politics
Vote 2026: Hudson Valley primaries

New tax exemptions for volunteer firefighters and ambulance service members signed into law

Officials emphasize that this legislation offers tangible benefits to individuals who selflessly safeguard our communities.

News 12 Staff

Dec 14, 2023, 7:34 AM

Updated

Share:

More Stories

Westchester County Executive George Latimer has signed new tax exemptions specifically designed for volunteer firefighters and ambulance service members.

This law introduces several key provisions:

Property Tax Break: Volunteer firefighters and ambulance service members will be eligible for a tax exemption of up to 10% on their property taxes.

Lifetime Tax Break: Those who have served over twenty years will receive a remarkable 10% tax break for life.

Spousal Benefits: The law extends eligibility for a tax break to the spouse of a deceased member under certain conditions, offering support in challenging times.

Officials emphasize that this legislation offers tangible benefits to individuals who selflessly safeguard our communities.

More Stories

More From News12

App StoreGoogle Play Store

info

Newsletter

Send Photos/Videos

Contact

About Us

News Team

News 12 New York

follow us

Twitter

Facebook

Instagram

more resources

Optimum Corporate

Optimum Service

Advertise on News 12

Careers

Content Removal Policy

© 2026 N12N, LLC

Privacy Policy

Terms of Service

Ad Choices