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Tax Breaks for Families of Fallen First Responders Approved

3/2/2026

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Brookhaven, Islip, and Huntington approved a 50% property-tax discount for spouses of fallen police officers, firefighters, and ambulance workers under a state law.
Huntington expanded the discount to include active-duty service members in combat zones.
The tax cut applies only to primary residences, and other municipal taxes remain unchanged.
Islip Town Councilman Michael McElwee emphasized supporting families of public-safety workers.
Nassau County and Oyster Bay are considering similar measures.

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Brookhaven, Islip, and Huntington approved a 50% property-tax discount for spouses of fallen police officers, firefighters, and ambulance workers under a state law.
Huntington expanded the discount to include active-duty service members in combat zones.
The tax cut applies only to primary residences, and other municipal taxes remain unchanged.
Islip Town Councilman Michael McElwee emphasized supporting families of public-safety workers.
Nassau County and Oyster Bay are considering similar measures.