Regulates short-term rentals
This bill establishes a regulatory framework for short-term rental units (like Airbnb listings) in most New York localities, excluding New York City and areas that have opted out of registration. It requires hosts to register units, maintain safety features (fire extinguishers, evacuation diagrams), carry $300,000 liability insurance, and comply with local health/safety rules. The law applies to units rented for less than 30 consecutive days for tourist use, while exempting areas with existing registration systems or local bans. It also mandates tax collection on short-term rentals through local jurisdictions.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2025
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Feb 20, 2025
Last action Feb 25, 2025
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Feb 25, 2025
Committee
REPORTED REFERRED TO RULES
lower
Feb 25, 2025
Committee
REPORTED REFERRED TO WAYS AND MEANS
lower
Feb 20, 2025
Committee
REFERRED TO HOUSING
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1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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Legislator
Party
State
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Gabriella Romero
DDemocratic/Working Families
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