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in committee · New York · Assembly May 20, 2026

A 9172: Enacts the "homeowner fraud protection and property alert act"

Enacts the "homeowner fraud protection and property alert act"; relates to establishing a statewide electronic property recording alert system to allow property owners to receive notification when an instrument affecting their property is recorded in the official records of any county; establishes the county recording modernization fund.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill protects property rights (a housing topic component) by preventing homeowner fraud through electronic property alerts and recording safeguards.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Homeownership

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 2373: Sets a 7 year limit to the real property tax exemption for unimproved property of mandatory class nonprofit organizations

This bill limits the real property tax exemption for unimproved land owned by certain nonprofit organizations to a 7-year period. Nonprofits must either begin development or have plans in place within 7 years of acquiring the land (with a special start date for pre-existing land), or lose the exemption. Exceptions apply for children's camps (as defined in public health law) and conservation organizations (as defined in environmental law). The law requires nonprofits to actively develop land within this timeframe to maintain the tax benefit.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCloses tax loophole for nonprofit property exemptions, requiring development within 7 years to maintain tax benefit, increasing government revenue.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill requires nonprofits to develop land within 7 years to maintain tax exemption, promoting housing development by preventing land hoarding and encouraging timely use of unimproved property.80% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Tax Incentives Property Development Property Taxes

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in committee · New York · Assembly Dec 8, 2025

A 55: Includes veterans in the definition of military status for purposes of unlawful discrimination

This bill amends New York's executive law to explicitly include veterans in the legal definition of "military status." It expands the existing definition to cover individuals who have been released from military service, ensuring veterans receive the same anti-discrimination protections as active military personnel. The change directly affects veterans in New York who may face discrimination in employment, housing, or other areas governed by laws prohibiting military status discrimination. The key mechanism is a textual update to the definition, adding "a person's participation in the military service... if such person has been released from such service." This creates a clear, concrete policy change without altering existing enforcement mechanisms.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill explicitly expands anti-discrimination protections to veterans in housing, preventing housing discrimination per the summary's direct mention of housing coverage.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentExpands anti-discrimination protections for veterans in employment by including them in 'military status' definition, strengthening worker rights under New York law.90% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransExpands anti-discrimination protections for veterans in employment/housing by including them in military status definition95% confidence

Sub-Topics Veteran Education Veteran Employment Veteran Housing

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 2722: Establishes the power authority of the state of New York shall make low cost hydropower available to certain hospitals

Establishes the power authority of the state of New York shall make low cost hydropower available to hospitals and municipal housing authorities located within Niagara county.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill provides low-cost hydropower access to hospitals/municipal housing, directly promoting renewable energy use and infrastructure access in Niagara County.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill provides low-cost hydropower to municipal housing authorities in Niagara County, reducing operational costs for public housing management and supporting affordable housing operations.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Hydroelectric

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passed · New York · Senate Jun 1, 2026

S 3340: Relates to treatment of gains from qualified opportunity zones in calculating taxable income

Relates to treatment of gains from qualified opportunity zones in calculating taxable income; removes exclusion of gains on property in qualified opportunity zones in calculation of income.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesRemoves exclusion of gains from qualified opportunity zones, increasing taxable income and reducing tax incentives for investors.95% confidence ✗ HousingOpposes HousingRemoves tax exclusion for gains in qualified opportunity zones, reducing investment incentives for housing development in low-income areas. Weakens a key tool for affordable housing projects.92% confidence

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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

in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 5598: Extends the effectiveness of certain provisions dealing with tax exemptions for rent regulated properties occupied by certain persons

Extends the effectiveness of certain provisions dealing with tax exemptions for rent regulated properties occupied by senior citizens and persons with disabilities.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExtends tax exemptions for seniors/disabled, reducing their tax burden - direct tax relief for vulnerable groups per Budget & Taxes indicators.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingExtends tax exemptions for rent-regulated properties occupied by seniors/disabled, preserving affordable housing units and supporting vulnerable tenants through sustained affordability mechanisms.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Taxes Renters

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passed · New York · Assembly Mar 31, 2026

A 1067: Relates to prohibiting the exclusion of coverage for losses or damages caused by exposure to lead-based paint

Relates to prohibiting the exclusion of coverage for losses or damages caused by exposure to lead-based paint; provides that no insurer licensed or permitted by the superintendent to provide liability coverage to rental property owners shall exclude coverage for losses or damages caused by exposure to lead-based paint.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingProhibits insurers from excluding lead paint coverage in rentals, strengthening tenant health protections and safety in housing units.95% confidence

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signed · New York · Senate Aug 15, 2025

S 5536: Authorizes the county of Suffolk to alienate certain lands used as parklands and to dedicate certain other lands as parklands

This bill authorizes Suffolk County to sell a specific parkland parcel (described in Section 3, approximately 0.23 acres in Smithtown) to Russel and Deana Galindo for residential development. In exchange, the Galindos must transfer another designated parcel (described in Section 4, approximately 0.24 acres) to the county to become new parkland, with the county ensuring the fair market value of the new land equals or exceeds the value of the sold land. The bill requires the county to use any value difference to acquire additional parkland or improve existing facilities and includes federal compliance requirements if federal funds were involved. It directly affects Suffolk County, the Galindos, and future parkland users through this specific land exchange.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill authorizes residential development by selling parkland, directly enabling housing development.80% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Development

in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 1716: Prohibits lenders from blocking access to funds from a credit line mortgage

This bill prohibits lenders from cutting off access to funds in home equity lines of credit (HELOCs) when borrowers are making timely payments. It directly affects homeowners who use HELOCs for residential financing by ensuring lenders cannot arbitrarily block their access to available credit. The law amends two state laws to explicitly state that lenders must maintain borrower access to these credit lines as long as payments are current. This creates a clear, enforceable requirement for lenders regarding a common type of residential mortgage product.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingProtects homeowners' access to HELOCs, reinforcing property rights under housing policy by preventing arbitrary lender restrictions on existing credit lines.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Mortgages

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