Housing

in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 1526: Imposes penalties for non-compliance of division of housing and community renewal orders

Imposes penalties for non-compliance of DHCR orders by owners of multiple dwelling units; provides a fine of $5,000 for each instance of non-compliance.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingImposes penalties for non-compliance with DHCR housing orders, strengthening tenant protection enforcement through financial accountability.90% confidence

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in committee · New York · Senate Apr 21, 2026

S 4213: Relates to establishing distinctive "Women Veterans" license plates and the women veterans support fund

Relates to establishing distinctive "Women Veterans" plates and the women veterans support fund; establishes that moneys of the fund will be used for women veteran homelessness, counseling and other programs that support women veterans.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCreates fund from license plate revenue to support women veterans' programs, allocating existing government funds to specific services without tax changes.85% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingFunds programs addressing women veteran homelessness, a housing-related need per bill summary.90% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransEstablishes fund for women veterans' homelessness, counseling, and support programs, directly funding veteran services per bill summary.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Homelessness Memorials & Recognition Veteran Housing

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in committee · New York · Senate May 14, 2026

S 4272: Provides for direct-pay tax abatement credits for solar electric generating systems and electric energy storage systems in connection with eligible buildings

Provides for direct-pay tax abatement credits for solar electric generating systems and electric energy storage systems in connection with eligible buildings; provides such eligible properties shall include: 501(c)(3) corporations, associations, organizations or trusts and income-restricted affordable housing properties.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProvides direct tax abatement credits for solar/energy systems on affordable housing and nonprofits, reducing tax burden for eligible entities.95% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyProvides tax credits for solar and storage systems, directly promoting renewable energy adoption and clean energy infrastructure investment.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill explicitly includes income-restricted affordable housing properties in tax credit eligibility, providing financial support for energy systems on these properties.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Incentives Energy Storage Solar Affordable Housing

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 27, 2026

S 1131: Authorizes municipalities to develop and implement a plan for local land value taxation

Authorizes municipalities to develop and implement a plan for local land value taxation based on classes of land; allows real estate to be classified as land or land exclusive of buildings and buildings on land.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill establishes pilot program for land value taxation, a tax policy reform promoting alternative revenue sources and fiscal responsibility.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingLand value taxation incentivizes housing development by reducing land costs for builders, potentially increasing affordable housing supply through pilot program implementation.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Sales Tax Tax Incentives Property Taxes

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 2663: Prohibits mortgagee from refusing to accept partial mortgage payments

Prohibits mortgagee from refusing to accept partial mortgage payments from a mortgagor which does not bring the mortgagor current on his or her mortgage debt.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill prevents foreclosure by requiring mortgagees to accept partial payments, protecting homeownership stability and aligning with housing protection indicators.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Mortgages

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 1964: Relates to permitting lessees the option to pay security deposits in installments

This bill allows tenants in rental agreements for one year or longer to pay security deposits in up to six equal monthly installments, rather than as a single upfront payment. Landlords cannot charge extra fees or interest for this installment option, and rental agreements must clearly state the total deposit amount and each installment amount. The law applies to security deposits, advances, or non-refundable fees used as down payments for rental properties. Violations by landlords could result in civil fines up to 15% of the annual rent.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill allows security deposit installments for tenants, easing financial burden and protecting tenant rights, directly advancing affordable housing access.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Renters

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 4471: Enacts the "Lead-Free Homes Act"

Enacts the "Lead Free Homes Act"; requires the department of health to promulgate standards for lead remediation and abatement of exemption; provides tax credits to class A multiple dwelling owners who undertake a successful lead remediation or abatement; requires lead testing on drinking water prior to the sale of residential property; requires owners of class A multiple dwellings to perform lead testing and provides for fines for violations.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProvides tax credits to property owners for lead remediation, offering tax relief to incentivize public health compliance within fiscal policy framework.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingRequires lead remediation, tax credits for landlords, and testing to protect tenants from health hazards in housing, strengthening tenant safety standards.95% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 5, 2026

A 6542: Enacts the utility shutoff protection act

Protects residential customers from utility service shutoffs due to non-payment during summer and winter periods of extreme heat or cold; allows such utility services to be discontinued for non-payment outside such periods; requires an annual report to be submitted to the governor and legislature and posted publicly online.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingProtects tenants from utility shutoffs during extreme weather, directly supporting tenant protections in housing policy.95% confidence

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 3222: Diminishes certain limitations and restrictions on emergency assistance to pay rent arrears and removes the requirement that such assistance be repaid by the recipient

Diminishes certain limitations and restrictions on emergency assistance to pay rent arrears; removes the requirement that such assistance be repaid by the recipient.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingRemoves repayment requirement for emergency rent assistance, strengthening tenant protections and improving access to affordable housing by preventing eviction due to arrears.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Renters Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Assembly Dec 8, 2025

A 2367: Relates to permitting other qualifying members of a household to qualify for the disability rent increase exemption

Permits other qualifying members of a household to qualify the household for the disability rent increase exemption when they are not the head of household.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingExpands eligibility for disability rent exemption, strengthening tenant protections for housing affordability90% confidence

Sub-Topics Renters

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