Housing

signed · New York · Assembly Jul 31, 2026

A 11529: Relates to the bonding authority of the New York city housing development corporation

Increases the maximum aggregate principal amount of the outstanding notes and bonds of the New York city housing development corporation from twenty billion dollars to twenty-two billion dollars.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill increases bonding authority for NYC Housing Development Corp, directly funding housing development and expansion.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Housing

died · New York · Senate Jun 5, 2026

S 3492: Enacts the sustainable affordable housing and sprawl prevention act

Enacts the "sustainable affordable housing and sprawl prevention act"; exempts or limits environmental review under SEQR for the construction of certain new residential units to avoid creating unnecessary housing sprawl; limits certain rights to action under SEQR; makes related provisions.

Topics ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentLimits SEQR environmental reviews for housing projects, weakening regulatory oversight despite sprawl prevention intent.92% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill explicitly promotes affordable housing via SEQR exemptions to streamline residential construction and prevent sprawl, directly advancing housing development goals.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Housing

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passed · New York · Senate Jun 4, 2026

S 10635: Relates to the use of smart access systems and the information that may be gathered from such systems

This bill restricts the use of smart access systems in multiple dwellings by prohibiting the collection and use of biometric data, such as fingerprints or facial scans, for entry purposes. It requires that all tenants and lawful occupants receive physical or digital keys at no cost and mandates that owners provide a non-electronic entry method upon request for religious reasons. Additionally, the legislation limits the number of free keys available for guests and employees while requiring owners to establish clear policies explaining how these systems operate and are managed.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill protects tenant rights by prohibiting biometric data collection and ensuring free, non-electronic entry options.90% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill restricts biometric data collection in smart access systems, protecting tenant privacy and limiting surveillance.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Housing

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passed · New York · Senate Jun 4, 2026

S 10446: Relates to the powers of the New York state housing finance agency

This bill makes certain temporary powers of the New York State Housing Finance Agency permanent, allowing it to continue financing multi-family housing projects without an expiration date. Specifically, it removes a 2027 deadline that previously limited the agency's ability to issue tax-exempt bonds and set income limits for mortgage recipients. The legislation also ensures that the agency can maintain its current borrowing limits and program guidelines indefinitely, rather than reverting to older laws after the temporary period ends. Directly affecting the agency and the housing projects it funds, the bill provides long-term stability for its operations while leaving the specific financial caps and eligibility rules unchanged.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill makes temporary housing financing powers permanent, ensuring continued funding and development of multi-family housing projects.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Housing

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passed · New York · Senate Jun 4, 2026

S 8118: Prohibits utility service terminations in multiple dwellings

Prohibits utility service terminations in multiple dwellings; authorizes utility companies or municipalities to commence an action against the owner of the premises affected to seek the appointment of a receiver of rents or payments for use and occupancy or common charges.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingProhibits utility terminations in multi-dwelling units, directly protecting tenants from service disruptions and strengthening tenant rights in housing contexts.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Housing

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passed · New York · Senate Jun 4, 2026

S 1615: Prohibits naming dependent children under the age of 18 in petitions to recover possession of real property and eviction warrants

Prohibits naming dependent children under the age of 18 living in the same household with a parent or guardian in petitions to recover possession of real property and eviction warrants; seals any records pertaining to dependent children under the age of 18 living in the same household with a parent or guardian who were residing on or removed from such property.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingProtects minors from eviction record exposure, strengthening tenant rights by preventing children's names in eviction proceedings and sealing related records.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Housing

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passed both · New York · Assembly Jun 3, 2026

A 10052: Extends the effectiveness of the authority of the town of Red Hook to impose real estate transfer taxes and to deposit revenue from such taxes into a community preservation fund

Extends the effectiveness of the authority of the town of Red Hook to impose real estate transfer taxes and to deposit revenue from such taxes into a community preservation fund.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExtends local tax authority and directs revenue to community preservation fund, supporting fiscal use for public services and preservation programs.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingExtends real estate transfer tax authority to fund community preservation, typically supporting affordable housing initiatives through dedicated revenue streams.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Housing

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passed · New York · Senate Jun 3, 2026

S 1058: Requires rent reduction in cases of submetered utility service

Requires rent reduction in cases of submetered utility service; directs the division of housing and community renewal to develop a standard reduction and an appeals process.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingRequires rent reduction for submetered utilities, directly protecting tenants from inflated costs and advancing tenant rights under housing policy.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Housing

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passed · New York · Senate Jun 2, 2026

S 9652: Relates to artist preferences in housing

Relates to artist preferences in housing; provides that giving occupancy preference to individuals who are involved in artistic activities is not an unlawful discriminatory practice provided that such preference is implemented or authorized by an agency or the state of New York.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill clarifies that artist preferences in housing are not discriminatory, thereby protecting housing rights for a specific group and preventing unjust restrictions on housing access.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Housing

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passed · New York · Senate Jun 2, 2026

S 9716: Provides for including siblings of parents and children of siblings in the definition of "family member" in relation to regulations pertaining to rights of family members

Provides for including siblings of parents and children of siblings in the definition of "family member" in relation to regulations pertaining to rights of family members to succeed in certain cases to the rights of certain tenants.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill expands tenant protection rights by including extended family members in succession regulations, strengthening housing security.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Housing

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