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Mayor Mamdani Backs Homeowners Amid Tax Hike Speculation

3/30/2026

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During a Queens church speech, Mayor Zohran Mamdani did not address his proposed 9.5% property tax hike, fueling speculation that he dropped the idea.
He emphasized efforts to help homeowners by suspending tax lien sales for six months.
A spokesperson said the administration aims to protect homeowners while pursuing wealthy tax increases to close a $5.4 billion budget gap, requiring Governor Kathy Hochul's approval, who opposes income tax increases.

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During a Queens church speech, Mayor Zohran Mamdani did not address his proposed 9.5% property tax hike, fueling speculation that he dropped the idea.
He emphasized efforts to help homeowners by suspending tax lien sales for six months.
A spokesperson said the administration aims to protect homeowners while pursuing wealthy tax increases to close a $5.4 billion budget gap, requiring Governor Kathy Hochul's approval, who opposes income tax increases.