Housing

in committee · New York · Assembly Mar 31, 2026

A 5381: Expands documentation requirements for limited-profit housing companies

Expands documentation requirements for limited-profit housing companies when providing information to the commissioner of housing of the state of New York and any relevant supervising agency.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingRequires audits of limited-profit housing companies to ensure accountability, supporting affordable housing integrity and tenant protections through regulatory oversight.80% confidence

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 6174: Enacts the childhood lead poisoning prevention and safe housing act; repealer

Enacts the childhood lead poisoning prevention and safe housing act to make enforcement of lead hazard control standards in the state of New York more certain and more effective; creates a loan fund to assist owners in complying with lead-safe requirements; provides for inspections and certification of inspectors and remediators; requires registration of affected properties; provides tax credits for remediation; provides for appointment of deputy commissioner of housing and community renewal to oversee provisions; provides for educational programs relating to lead poisoning and abatement.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides tax credits for lead remediation, a fiscal incentive to encourage property owners to comply with lead-safe requirements.90% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingCreates loan fund and tax credits for lead-safe housing compliance, advancing tenant safety and housing standards through financial incentives for property owners.95% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 8493: Expands eligibility for the low interest rate program of the state of New York mortgage agency

Expands eligibility for the low interest rate program of the state of New York mortgage agency to certain graduates of post secondary programs or comparable apprenticeship and workforce training programs for the purchase of certain property.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingExpands low-interest mortgage eligibility for graduates, increasing access to affordable homeownership through state housing program funding.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Mortgages

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 2283: Relates to increasing fines for the late filing of rent registration statements

This bill increases fines for property owners who fail to file required rent registration statements on time. It raises the penalty from $500 to $1,000 per unregistered unit per month for late filings after receiving written notice from housing authorities. Owners must file the registration to stop the fine and avoid being barred from collecting rent above regulated rates. The fine becomes enforceable as a court judgment after the review period expires. The change directly affects landlords of rental properties in New York City that must comply with rent registration rules.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingEnforces rent registration compliance to prevent landlords from charging above regulated rates, protecting tenants from unregulated rent hikes.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Renters

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 8, 2025

S 602: Relates to the payment of shelter and rent arrears

Relates to the payment of shelter and rent arrears; provides that all shelter arrears payments authorized for applicants to receive an emergency grant to pay for rent, property taxes or mortgage arrears shall be limited to once every year unless the district determines at its discretion that additional shelter arrears payments are necessary based on the individual circumstances.

Topics ✗ HousingOpposes HousingLimits emergency rent assistance to once yearly, restricting tenant support for arrears and weakening access to housing aid.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Mortgages Renters

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died · New York · Assembly Mar 11, 2026

A 1865: Relates to the installation of appliances or fixtures by tenants

Prohibits landlords from restricting the installation of appliances or fixtures by tenants; provides that the landlord is not compelled to change utilities or alter the unit for such installation; prohibits surcharge where tenant pays utilities directly to provider; requires a tenant restore appliances or fixtures to the condition they were prior to being installed or allowing such appliances or fixtures remain in the rental unit at no cost to the landlord; defines "appliances or fixtures".

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingProhibits landlords from restricting tenant-installed appliances/fixtures, strengthening tenant rights and property control in rental housing.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Renters Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 5286: Establishes a home repair project revolving loan program and revolving loan fund; appropriation

Establishes a home repair project revolving loan program and revolving loan fund for emergent or essential home repair projects for low and middle-income households.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill appropriates state funds to establish a revolving loan program for essential home repairs targeting low/middle-income households, directly funding a public service program.90% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingFunds home repairs for low/middle-income households via revolving loan program, directly supporting affordable housing access.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations

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in committee · New York · Assembly Feb 19, 2026

A 9220: Establishes the crime of aggravated harassment of a rent regulated tenant

Establishes the crime of aggravated harassment of a rent regulated tenant which occurs when an owner intentionally engages in a systematic ongoing course of conduct to induce three or more rent regulated tenants occupying different housing accommodations in two or more residential buildings to vacate such housing accommodations or if such owner commits the crime of harassment of a rent regulated tenant and was previously convicted of the same crime in the past five years.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeCreates criminal penalty for landlord harassment of rent-regulated tenants, protecting civil rights and enhancing tenant safety within housing. Aligns with criminal justice reform by strengthening victim protections.90% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill protects rent-regulated tenants from harassment by owners, strengthening tenant rights in affordable housing without restrictions.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Renters Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 4569: Prohibits discrimination during the appraisal of real property

Prohibits discrimination during the appraisal of real property because of the age, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, military status, sex, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, familial status, marital status or status as a victim of domestic violence.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingProhibits appraisal discrimination based on protected classes, directly advancing equitable housing access and valuations per housing topic indicators.95% confidence

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 23, 2025

S 3035: Enacts the rapid engagement initiative act

Establishes a program to provide immediate assistance to persons to whom an appearance ticket has been issued in order to address the critical needs of such persons for housing, medical treatment, legal representation, and other requirements.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeProvides immediate assistance for housing, medical care, and legal representation to individuals with appearance tickets, addressing root causes to reduce recidivism and support criminal justice reform.85% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill explicitly provides immediate assistance for medical treatment as a core service, improving access to healthcare for individuals with appearance tickets.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill establishes program providing immediate housing assistance for individuals in critical housing need, directly addressing homelessness and housing access as per summary.95% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationProvides legal representation and critical services (housing, medical) to individuals with appearance tickets, aligning with immigrant support indicators by addressing enforcement-related needs.85% confidence

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