Housing

passed · New York · Assembly Mar 11, 2026

A 1529: Requires the disclosure of lead-based paint test reports in real estate transactions

This bill requires sellers to provide lead-based paint test reports to buyers before selling residential properties built before 1978. It directly affects home sellers, buyers, and real estate agents in New York for properties constructed prior to 1978, which are most likely to contain lead paint. The key mechanism mandates a one-time inspection and disclosure of test results before title transfer, with reports added to a state registry for future buyers. This complements existing laws by standardizing disclosure across all residential sales, not just rentals, ensuring buyers receive clear information about potential lead hazards. The law does not replace buyer due diligence or existing seller responsibilities.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingMandates lead paint disclosure for pre-1978 homes, protecting buyers from health hazards and enhancing housing safety per tenant protection indicators.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Housing

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died · New York · Assembly Mar 11, 2026

A 1865: Relates to the installation of appliances or fixtures by tenants

Prohibits landlords from restricting the installation of appliances or fixtures by tenants; provides that the landlord is not compelled to change utilities or alter the unit for such installation; prohibits surcharge where tenant pays utilities directly to provider; requires a tenant restore appliances or fixtures to the condition they were prior to being installed or allowing such appliances or fixtures remain in the rental unit at no cost to the landlord; defines "appliances or fixtures".

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingProhibits landlords from restricting tenant-installed appliances/fixtures, strengthening tenant rights and property control in rental housing.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Housing

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signed · New York · Senate Feb 13, 2026

S 8760: Requires the modification of restrictive covenants prior to the sale of real property

Requires the modification of restrictive covenants prior to the sale of real property when covenants, conditions and restrictions exist which discriminate on the basis of a protected class in violation of state or federal law.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingPrevents housing discrimination by requiring modification of discriminatory covenants, advancing fair housing protections under anti-discrimination laws.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Housing

signed · New York · Assembly Dec 19, 2025

A 4040: Codifies the disparate impact standard in the human rights law

Codifies the disparate impact standard in the human rights law; provides that in cases of alleged housing discrimination, an unlawful discriminatory practice may be established by a practice's discriminatory effect.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingCodifies disparate impact standard in housing discrimination cases, strengthening tenant protections by allowing proof of discriminatory effect without intent.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Housing

signed · New York · Assembly Dec 5, 2025

A 1820: Requires the modification of restrictive covenants prior to the sale of real property

Requires the modification of restrictive covenants prior to the sale of real property when covenants, conditions and restrictions exist which discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, familial status, marital status, disability, national origin, source of income or ancestry.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill eliminates discriminatory covenants in property sales, directly addressing housing discrimination and advancing fair housing access per indicators.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Housing

signed · New York · Assembly Nov 21, 2025

A 6918: Authorizes the town of Copake to establish community preservation funds and to impose a real estate transfer tax with revenues to be deposited into the fund

Authorizes the town of Copake to establish community preservation funds and to impose a real estate transfer tax with revenues to be deposited into the community preservation fund; provides for the repeal of certain provisions upon expiration thereof.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAuthorizes new real estate transfer tax to fund community preservation, directly creating tax revenue for dedicated budget allocation under fiscal management.90% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingAuthorizes community preservation fund via real estate transfer tax, directly funding housing preservation efforts typical of affordable housing initiatives.92% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Housing

vetoed · New York · Assembly Oct 17, 2025

A 174: Prohibits rent minimums in mortgages

This bill would prevent mortgage lenders from penalizing borrowers who don't set high enough rental rates on properties covered by their mortgages. It voids any mortgage clause requiring minimum rents or punishing low rents, applying to all mortgages regardless of when they were created, renewed, or modified. The law directly affects property owners with mortgages who might face fees or default penalties for not meeting arbitrary rent minimums. This policy change ensures lenders cannot enforce such clauses as against public policy.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingPrevents lenders from penalizing low rents, allowing property owners to set affordable rates without mortgage penalties, directly increasing housing affordability.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Housing

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signed · New York · Senate Oct 16, 2025

S 277: Relates to community preservation funds for the town of Chester

Authorizes the town of Chester to establish community preservation funds; establishes a real estate transfer tax with revenues therefrom to be deposited in said community preservation fund.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCreates real estate transfer tax to fund community preservation, directly allocating tax revenue to public services.90% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingEstablishes community preservation fund via real estate transfer tax, typically funding housing preservation initiatives like affordable housing programs.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Housing

signed · New York · Senate Oct 16, 2025

S 7882: Relates to the use of algorithmic pricing by landlords for the purpose of determining the amount of rent to charge a residential tenant

Prohibits a person or entity from knowingly or with reckless disregard facilitate an agreement between or among two or more residential rental property owners or managers to not compete with respect to residential rental dwelling units, including by operating or licensing a software, data analytics service, or algorithmic device that performs a coordinating function on behalf of or between and among such residential rental property owners or managers.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingProhibits algorithmic rent coordination that suppresses competition, preventing artificial rent hikes and protecting tenant affordability.92% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Housing

signed · New York · Assembly Oct 16, 2025

A 56: Prohibits residential landlords from charging tenants a fee for a dishonored rent check in excess of the actual costs or fees incurred by such landlord as a result thereof

Prohibits residential landlords from charging tenants a fee for a dishonored rent check in excess of the actual costs or fees incurred by such landlord as a result thereof, provided such dishonored check fee was included in the initial lease.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingProhibits landlords from charging excessive fees for bounced checks, directly protecting tenants from unfair financial burdens - core tenant protection measure.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Housing