New York bill A03303, known as the "STAR Corruption Reduction Act for Politicians (SCRAP)," mandates the permanent loss of STAR exemption eligibility.

The New York bill A03303, also referred to as the "STAR Corruption Reduction Act for Politicians (SCRAP)," amends the public officers law to include a new section. This section mandates that any state or local officer convicted in a federal or state court of a felony related to their public duties or abuse of office will permanently lose their eligibility for a school tax relief (STAR) exemption. This change applies to convictions occurring after the bill's effective date. The bill aims to reduce corruption by penalizing officers who misuse their public positions.

New York bill A03303, known as the "STAR Corruption Reduction Act for Politicians (SCRAP)," mandates the permanent loss of STAR exemption eligibility.

The New York bill A03303, also referred to as the "STAR Corruption Reduction Act for Politicians (SCRAP)," amends the public officers law to include a new section. This section mandates that any state or local officer convicted in a federal or state court of a felony related to their public duties or abuse of office will permanently lose their eligibility for a school tax relief (STAR) exemption. This change applies to convictions occurring after the bill's effective date. The bill aims to reduce corruption by penalizing officers who misuse their public positions.