Heastie pointed to the Republican support for a subsidy aimed at bolstering
upstate nuclear power plants, which is expected to add roughly $ 2 to the average utility bill as a sign some GOP
lawmakers are open to tacking on more fees or taxes to help pay for a broader public
benefit, such as preserving jobs.
The resolution approved by New York
lawmakers notes that the new casinos
upstate will generate $ 430 million in annual economic
benefits once they open, which includes $ 238 million in casino tax payments to the state.