Two States Advance Separate Budget Measures

Two separate state budget actions occurred in different states and dates. In New York, the state Legislature in Albany voted on final budget bills, some of which Governor Kathy Hochul signed into law; the bills reportedly included a new pied-à-terre tax on second homes, removal of state income tax on tips, and additional funding for New York City. Separately, in Maine, the Legislature's Appropriations Committee approved LD 2212, a supplemental budget bill, on April 1, 2026, according to a statement from Governor Janet Mills. In New York, legislative leaders had previously criticized Hochul for declaring an early budget victory and for introducing the new pied-à-terre tax and amendments to climate law, indicating disagreement between the governor and legislature over specific provisions. The New York budget bills covered multiple tax and funding measures, though the full scope of what Hochul signed versus what remained pending is not fully detailed in available reporting. In Maine, Governor Mills stated she agreed to include a surcharge on the state's wealthiest residents as part of the supplemental budget, saying this was necessary to continue funding health care, education, and property tax relief programs. The current status of the New York budget process, including which specific bills Hochul has signed and which remain under consideration, is not fully resolved based on available reporting. Similarly, whether Maine's LD 2212 has passed the full Legislature or been signed into law beyond committee approval is not confirmed in the supplied material. These two budget actions are unrelated events occurring in different states and represent distinct legislative processes with no reported connection to one another.