Housing (Renters)

in committee · New York · Assembly Jun 2, 2026

A 4537: Relates to establishing ground rent rebates for eligible homeowners and renters in the Battery Park project area

Relates to establishing ground rent rebates for eligible homeowners and renters in the Battery Park project area; provides for a rebate program; provides for a process for application and certification.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingProvides ground rent rebates for eligible residents in Battery Park, directly reducing housing costs and increasing affordability for homeowners and renters.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Renters

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passed · New York · Senate Feb 9, 2026

S 4252: Provides for a continuation of senior citizen rent increase exemption benefits after a period of ineligibility

Provides for a continuation of senior citizen rent increase exemption benefits after a period of ineligibility due to a head of household's temporary increase in income.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingContinues rent exemption for seniors during temporary income spikes, protecting vulnerable tenants from rent hikes per bill's explicit purpose.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Renters

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 4355: Requires landlords to return security deposits within a reasonable time

Requires landlords to return the full security deposit and any accrued interest to which the tenant is entitled less any amount retained by the landlord within 21 days of the end of the lease.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingRequires timely return of security deposits, directly strengthening tenant protections under housing policy.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Renters Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Assembly May 13, 2026

A 3121: Prohibits residential landlords from charging tenants with fees for the payment of rent through an automated clearing house or online payment system

This bill prohibits residential landlords in New York from charging tenants fees for using electronic rent payment methods like online systems or automated clearing house (ACH) transfers. It requires landlords to offer at least one fee-free payment option, such as cash or personal checks, and bans any agreement where tenants waive these rights. Landlords cannot force tenants to use electronic payments exclusively or charge fees for choosing not to use them. The law applies directly to residential landlords and their tenants, ensuring no added costs for common digital payment methods.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingProhibits landlord fees for electronic rent payments, protecting tenants from additional costs and ensuring fee-free options, strengthening tenant rights in housing affordability.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBans fees for electronic rent payments, enabling accessible digital transaction methods without financial barriers to technology use.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Renters Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 20, 2026

A 792: Relates to the definition of income for purposes of the senior citizen rent increase exemptions (SCRIE) program and the disability rent increase exemption (DRIE)

Excludes Medicare premiums from the definition of income for purposes of the senior citizen rent increase exemptions (SCRIE) program and the disability rent increase exemption (DRIE).

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingExcludes veterans' and workers' comp benefits from income calculations, expanding eligibility for rent exemptions under SCRIE/DRIE programs, strengthening tenant protections for seniors and disabled renters.90% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransExcludes veterans' benefits from income calculations for rent exemptions, increasing eligibility for housing assistance without reducing benefits.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Renters

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 1863: Relates to notice regarding the rent increase exemption for low income elderly persons and persons with disabilities programs

Requires certain agencies and individuals to provide notice regarding the rent increase exemption for low income elderly persons and persons with disabilities programs to tenants upon the occurrence of certain events.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill requires notice about rent increase exemptions for low-income elderly/disabled tenants, protecting tenant rights and ensuring affordable housing access.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Renters

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in committee · New York · Senate Feb 10, 2026

S 1458: Removes the requirement that rent arrears be repaid for social services districts located in a municipality with a population of five million or more

Removes the requirement that rent arrears be repaid for social services districts located in a municipality with a population of five million or more.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingRemoves rent arrears repayment requirement for tenants in large municipalities, reducing financial burden and protecting tenant rights per housing topic indicators.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Renters

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signed · New York · Assembly Oct 16, 2025

A 56: Prohibits residential landlords from charging tenants a fee for a dishonored rent check in excess of the actual costs or fees incurred by such landlord as a result thereof

Prohibits residential landlords from charging tenants a fee for a dishonored rent check in excess of the actual costs or fees incurred by such landlord as a result thereof, provided such dishonored check fee was included in the initial lease.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingProhibits landlords from charging excessive fees for bounced checks, directly protecting tenants from unfair financial burdens - core tenant protection measure.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Renters Tenant Rights

in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 3286: Establishes a tax on certain vacant land in the city of New York

Establishes a tax on certain vacant land in the city of New York; provides exemptions for certain vacant land; establishes a tax credit for certain renovations to certain rent-stabilized properties.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill establishes new tax on vacant land, directly increasing municipal revenue for budgetary purposes without targeting lower-income groups.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingTax on vacant land incentivizes development; tax credit for rent-stabilized renovations protects tenant rights and maintains affordable housing stock.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Credits Renters

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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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