Housing

in committee · New York · Senate Feb 18, 2026

S 9256: Relates to increasing the income eligibility for the senior citizen homeowners' exemption

This bill raises the income limit for New York City's senior homeowners' property tax exemption from $57,500 to $100,000 annually. It directly affects senior homeowners (65+ years old) whose household income falls between $57,500 and $100,000, allowing them to qualify for reduced property tax rates they previously did not meet. The key mechanism adjusts the income thresholds in the tax exemption schedule, expanding eligibility so those earning up to $100,000 now receive a 5% tax reduction on their assessed property value. The change takes effect immediately upon enactment.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExpands property tax exemption for seniors (65+) with incomes $57.5k-$100k, providing tax relief to middle-income group95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingIncreases affordability for senior homeowners by expanding tax exemption eligibility, reducing property tax burden for a vulnerable housing group.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Tax Incentives Property Taxes

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in committee · New York · Senate Feb 4, 2026

S 9117: Establishes the small homeowner rehabilitation revolving loan program

Establishes the small homeowner rehabilitation revolving loan program administered by the New York state housing finance agency consisting of moneys appropriated by the legislature, repayments of principal and interest on loans made from the program, interest earnings, private or philanthropic contributions, and any other moneys made available for its purposes; authorizes the New York state housing finance agency to make low-interest loans, deferred payment loans, or forgivable loans, or a combination thereof, to eligible small homeowners for eligible rehabilitation and repair projects; provides for eligibility requirements and tenant protections.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingEstablishes a state-administered loan program for small homeowner rehabilitation, directly funding affordable housing access through low-interest loans and rehabilitation assistance.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Homeownership Housing Finance

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in committee · New York · Assembly Feb 2, 2026

A 10111: Relates to housing stability protections for at-risk tenants

Allows certain tenants to submit emergency housing transfer requests to the appropriate public housing agency; provides for support for survivors of domestic violence; provides for the creation of a centralized emergency housing transfer platform; makes related provisions.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill creates emergency housing transfer protections for at-risk tenants and domestic violence survivors, directly strengthening tenant rights and preventing displacement through centralized platform support.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Assembly Feb 2, 2026

A 10121: Establishes the "winter moratorium evictions act"

This bill prohibits evictions from residential properties in New York State during winter months (November through April), defined as periods when temperatures reach 32°F or lower. It directly affects tenants in residential housing, preventing landlords from forcibly removing them during cold weather to reduce risks of homelessness and health crises. The law amends eviction procedures to enforce this temporary ban, requiring landlords to follow standard notice processes outside the winter moratorium period. It does not eliminate all evictions but creates a seasonal protection period based on temperature thresholds. The policy aims to address documented health and safety risks linked to winter homelessness, as cited in the bill's legislative findings.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingProhibits winter evictions to protect tenants from homelessness and health risks during cold weather, directly strengthening tenant protections in housing policy.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Homelessness Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Assembly Feb 20, 2026

A 10306: Expands the type of conduct that qualifies as harassment of tenants

Expands the type of conduct that qualifies as harassment of tenants; provides that such conduct will result in tenants being entitled to treble damages.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingExpands tenant harassment protections with treble damages, strengthening tenant rights and reducing landlord abuse per bill summary.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Assembly Feb 20, 2026

A 10287: Includes positive rental payment information reporting in the New York state low income housing tax credit program; requires landlords to offer tenants the option of positive rental payment information reporting

Includes positive rental payment information reporting as a preference in the evaluation of project applications in the New York state low income housing tax credit program; requires landlords to offer tenants the option of positive rental payment information reporting; creates notice requirements for the election of positive rental payment information reporting.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill modifies tax credit program application criteria to incentivize positive rental reporting, strengthening affordable housing funding through tax incentives within fiscal management.85% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingRequires landlords to offer positive rental reporting, aiding tenant credit building and strengthening low-income housing program preferences.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Credits Affordable Housing Renters Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Assembly May 5, 2026

A 10311: Requires a procedure for notification when a family member applies and is denied by a limited-profit housing company to succeed a lease or occupancy agreement

Requires a procedure for notification of a family member of a tenant or cooperator in the case that their application to succeed a lease or occupancy agreement is denied by a limited-profit housing company.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingRequires hearings for denied family lease succession, protecting tenant rights to maintain housing stability and prevent arbitrary denials by housing companies.95% confidence

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in committee · New York · Senate Feb 27, 2026

S 9313: Authorizes the lease of certain lands at SUNY college of environmental science and forestry for the purpose of building undergraduate and graduate student housing

Authorizes the state university of New York trustees are hereby authorized and empowered, without any public bidding, to lease and otherwise contract to make available to the Abby Lane Housing Corporation, a not-for-profit corporation, a portion of the lands of the university for the purpose of building undergraduate and graduate student housing.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationAuthorizes student housing construction at SUNY college, improving higher education infrastructure and student access to campus facilities.85% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill authorizes construction of student housing via non-profit, advancing affordable housing development without public bidding constraints.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education

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in committee · New York · Assembly Feb 12, 2026

A 10259: Establishes the rural housing workforce corps

Establishes the rural housing workforce corps to address rural housing shortages by expanding construction capacity, training a local workforce, and supporting the development of modest, year round housing units in rural New York state.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill creates workforce corps to expand rural housing construction and develop modest housing units, directly advancing affordable housing supply and addressing shortages.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Development Tags Rural Communities

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in committee · New York · Senate May 18, 2026

S 9214: Establishes an affordable independent senior housing assistance program

Establishes an affordable independent senior housing assistance program which shall provide grants within amounts appropriated or otherwise available therefor to affordable independent senior housing properties to establish and operate resident assistance programs.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingCreates grant program funding senior housing assistance, directly advancing affordable housing access for seniors.95% confidence

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