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signed · New York · Senate Dec 19, 2025

S 8256: Prohibits the issuance of tickets to residential occupants for certain violations of the sanitation code

Prohibits the issuance of violations or tickets during certain weekend hours to residential occupants for violations of the sanitation department regulations regarding placing trash or garbage out for collection earlier than allowed under the city routing system designated hours.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingPrevents fines for minor sanitation violations during weekends, reducing financial burden on tenants and aligning with tenant protection measures.75% confidence

in committee · New York · Assembly May 19, 2026

A 5786: Prohibits termination of electricity or heat service during forecasts of extreme temperatures

This bill prohibits utility companies from terminating electricity or heat service to residential customers during forecasts of extreme temperatures (95°F+ or 32°F-). It specifically bans termination on the day of such a forecast, including holidays or weekends following the forecast. Utilities must continue service when health or safety risks are likely due to a customer's inability to manage their own resources. The law applies directly to residential electricity and heat providers and their customers in affected weather conditions.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyPrevents utility termination during extreme temps, protecting residential consumers' access to essential energy services during health/safety risks.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingPrevents utility shutoffs during extreme weather, ensuring tenant safety and housing stability - directly aligns with tenant protection indicators.85% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 7851: Provides retroactivity to the original date of eligibility in certain cases for the senior citizens rent increase exemption (SCRIE) and disability rent increase exemption (DRIE)

Provides retroactivity to the original date of eligibility for the senior citizens rent increase exemption (SCRIE) and disability rent increase exemption (DRIE).

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingProvides retroactive rent exemptions for seniors/disabled tenants, strengthening tenant protections and ensuring fair housing costs without administrative barriers.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Renters

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signed · New York · Senate Nov 21, 2025

S 8313: Authorizes the commissioner of general services to transfer and convey certain unappropriated state land to The Arc Westchester New York

S 8313 authorizes the transfer of a specific state-owned parcel at 39 Sullivan Road in North Salem and Lewisboro, Westchester County, to The Arc Westchester New York, a nonprofit supporting adults with disabilities, for $1 and additional considerations. The land must be used solely for a group home serving adults with disabilities, with a reverter clause requiring the property to return to the state if that purpose ends. The transfer requires The Arc to submit a formal resolution within one year of the bill's effective date, approved by its managing board, to secure the conveyance. The bill expires two years after enactment.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill authorizes transfer of state land for a group home serving adults with disabilities, advancing housing development for a vulnerable population.90% confidence

in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 5918: Directs empire state development, in conjunction with the office of general services, to create plans for the development of mixed-use commercial and residential property at, and redesign of, the Harriman campus

Directs empire state development, in conjunction with the office of general services, to create a plan to develop mixed-use commercial and residential property on a certain portion of the Harriman campus; directs such plan to be completed and made available for public comment no later than 180 days after the effective date; directs empire state development, in conjunction with the office of general services, to create a master plan for the redesign of the Harriman campus; directs that such plan be completed and made available for public comment no later than one year after the effective date.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingDirects creation of mixed-use residential development plan, advancing housing supply through campus redevelopment.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Development

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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

in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 7225: Assigns liability for monetary penalties for an illegal conversion of a housing unit to the person actually so doing and/or the owner, not the residents

Provides that the contractor who performed the construction work which results in an illegal conversion of a housing unit shall be held liable for monetary penalties related to such illegal conversion, rather than the residents; provides that the owner of the building shall be held liable if such person knew or should reasonably have known that the construction was being done without prior approval by the department of buildings and without the required permits.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingShifts liability for illegal conversions from residents to contractors/owners, protecting tenants from penalties per bill summary.90% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 5568: Relates to enacting the "New York city small business rent stabilization act"

Enacts the "New York city small business rent stabilization act" instituting a commercial rent control system in the city of New York; creates the commercial rent guidelines board.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingEnacts commercial rent stabilization for small businesses, protecting tenants from rent hikes under tenant protections framework.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Renters Tags Small Business

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 1627: Ensures zoning lot mergers do not create any new non-compliance with applicable, pre-existing zoning regulations

Ensures zoning lot mergers do not create any new non-compliance with applicable, pre-existing zoning regulations for multiple dwellings in a city having a population of five million or more.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingEnsures lot mergers for multiple dwellings comply with existing zoning, facilitating housing development in major cities85% confidence

Sub-Topics Zoning

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signed · New York · Assembly Oct 16, 2025

A 6770: Relates to the applicability of the residential redevelopment inhibited property exemption

This bill expands the residential redevelopment inhibited property exemption to all cities, towns, and villages in the state, removing a current restriction that limited it to one specific city. It allows any municipality to adopt local laws designating properties as "redevelopment inhibited" if they are neglected, abandoned, or have conditions (like long vacancy or zoning violations) preventing private redevelopment. Property owners in designated areas can then receive an exemption from taxes on the increased value of their property after redevelopment, provided they own a one- to four-unit residence, maintain owner-occupancy, and file annual residency affidavits. The exemption covers only the incremental tax increase from redevelopment, not the base property value, and requires compliance with building and zoning codes.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill grants tax exemption for redevelopment-inhibited properties, providing direct tax relief to qualifying property owners.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingExpands tax exemption for neglected properties to all municipalities, incentivizing private redevelopment of abandoned/underused housing, advancing housing development and affordability.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Community Development Property Taxes Zoning