Statement on the Supreme Court Tariff Ruling
“The Business Council is pleased with the Supreme Court’s decision as tariffs are nothing more than a tax that ultimately impacts employers, workers, and consumers alike. Our economy is stronger when we pursue free trade with clear but necessary guardrails such as the already implemented and successful USMCA agreement that we hope will undergo a swift, successful review this July
“Mayor Mamdani is again calling for tax increases to fund his mayoral campaign promises. A major concern for businesses is his proposal for an 11.5% state corporate tax rate, which is almost 60% higher than the current rate and would be on top of the existing New York City-specific corporate tax rate and the MTA surcharge, resulting in a corporate tax rate of over 20% for some New York businesses
Business Council of New York State Launches Statewide Affordability Campaign to Highlight Policies that Will and Won’t Protect New Yorkers’ Hard-Earned Money
The Business Council of New York State (BCNYS) announced a major statewide affordability campaign on Tuesday, designed to ensure New Yorkers can save money and businesses can continue to grow and operate in the state
Response to Beyond Plastics EPR Lobby Day
ALBANY – The Business Council of New York State, Inc., on Monday, reacted to recent assertions of the “Beyond Plastics” lobbying organization about “extended producer responsibility” legislation for packaging in general, and specific arguments in support of S
“We urge caution from the legislature regarding additional mandates on utility companies without also acknowledging the high burden of fees and regulatory requirements already imposed on customer providers. Addressing affordability and providing relief to consumers must go beyond a headline and come with an acknowledgment of the underlying cost drivers
Governor Hochul Includes Important Recommendations Outlined in the Blueprint Report in her 2026 State of the State and the Proposed Fiscal Budget
‘Blueprint for New York – Creating a Roadmap for Change’ was Compiled After One Year of Focus Groups with Over 500 Business Leaders and 40 Associations
Albany, NY (February 4, 2025) – An economic competitiveness report, released in the fall, calling for immediate action to improve New York’s business climate is sparking movement in Albany
Business Coalition Opposes New York PRRIA Packaging Bill, Calls for More Balanced EPR Approach
ALBANY – Multiple business groups, including AMERIPEN and The Business Council of New York State, will hold an advocacy day on Tuesday to focus on proposed extended producer responsibility (EPR) legislation for packaging under consideration by the Senate and Assembly
Statement in Response to the 2026 State of the State Address
“We appreciate the Governor’s attempt to improve affordability and competitiveness with such proposals as expanding access to childcare without raising taxes, reducing unnecessary environmental regulations that delay housing projects, and addressing the high insurance costs driven by frivolous lawsuits
In an op-ed published in the Empiure Report, Thursday, The Business Council called for the continued adequate funding of our public and private higher education institutions that maintain high-quality programs. By doing so "..New York ensures that its higher-education institutions can continue to expand research initiatives, and support student success
The Business Council's GAC Planning Session is an essential date in our yearly advocacy cycle. We focus on key legislative issues of interest for business, as well as the political atmosphere in Albany.