Housing (Homelessness)

in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 712: Prohibits the imposition of limits on the length of stay at homeless shelters and emergency congregate housing

This bill prohibits state agencies from setting time limits on stays at homeless shelters and emergency congregate housing (defined as shared facilities operated by state/local agencies or contractors where people stay over 96 hours). It requires agencies to allow individuals or families to remain in shelter unless there is imminent danger or the person requests a transfer. The law applies to all state-operated shelters and contracted providers, with the exception that residents must maintain eligibility for temporary housing assistance. It takes effect immediately and directly affects homeless individuals and families using these facilities.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill prohibits time limits in homeless shelters, allowing indefinite stays unless danger or transfer requested, directly supporting homeless housing access and protections.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Homelessness Tenant Rights

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passed · New York · Senate Apr 28, 2026

S 871: Establishes uniform waiting list priorities for domestic violence survivors applying for public housing

Bill S 871 establishes uniform waiting list priorities for domestic violence survivors applying for public housing. It requires local housing authorities to give these survivors the same priority as other vulnerable groups, such as the disabled, elderly, and homeless. To qualify, a survivor must either continue to face domestic violence in their current home or have left due to violence and not be living in standard permanent housing. For applicants with the same priority status, housing authorities will select based on the date and time their application was received.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingPrioritizes domestic violence survivors for public housing access, strengthening tenant protections and addressing homelessness for vulnerable groups.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Homelessness Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 4218: Relates to providing veterans' housing

Relates to providing veterans' housing; requires state agencies that provide shelter to homeless veterans to do so based on federal housing first principles without preconditions or barriers.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingRequires state agencies to provide homeless veterans' housing without barriers, directly addressing homelessness per housing topic indicators.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransMandates state agencies to provide veterans' housing without barriers, advancing access to housing services for homeless veterans.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Homelessness Veteran Employment Veteran Housing Veteran Mental Health

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 30, 2025

S 3937: Prohibits the imposition of limits on the length of stay at homeless shelters and emergency congregate housing

This bill prohibits state agencies from setting time limits for stays in homeless shelters and emergency congregate housing (shared facilities for over 96 hours). It directly affects homeless individuals and families using state-run or contracted shelters, requiring providers to allow continuous stays unless there's imminent danger or a voluntary move. The law mandates that residents maintain eligibility for temporary housing assistance under existing rules. It applies to all state and local agencies operating such facilities, with no exceptions for arbitrary time restrictions.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingProhibits time limits in homeless shelters, ensuring continuous housing access for vulnerable populations, directly advancing homelessness support95% confidence

Sub-Topics Homelessness Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Assembly Aug 12, 2026

A 745: Eliminates rent for homeless shelters; repealer

Relates to eliminating rent for homeless shelters; provides that a homeless individual or family applying for or receiving temporary housing assistance shall not be required to pay to any local or state government or agency or any provider, room and board or contribute any earned or unearned income, available benefits or resources to eliminate their need for temporary housing assistance or as a condition to receive temporary housing assistance from such provider.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingEliminates rent requirement for homeless shelters, directly advancing access to temporary housing without financial barriers for vulnerable populations.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Homelessness Renters

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 8913: Prohibits discrimination based upon housing status

This bill prohibits discrimination based on housing status, defined as lacking a fixed residence (including homelessness), living in shelters, or in transitional housing like temporary shelters or safe havens. It adds "housing status" to New York State's anti-discrimination laws, protecting individuals from bias in employment, housing, and public accommodations. The bill updates existing legal provisions to include this category and requires state agencies to enforce these protections. It also mandates that advisory councils and human rights plans address discrimination related to housing status.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill prohibits housing status discrimination (including homelessness/shelters), protecting tenant rights and addressing homelessness per anti-discrimination law updates.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill prohibits employment discrimination based on housing status (including homelessness), directly protecting workers' rights in hiring and workplace conditions per anti-discrimination law expansion.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Homelessness Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 2502: Relates to home stability support supplement programs

This bill requires local social services districts to provide rent supplements directly to landlords for eligible individuals and families facing imminent eviction or homelessness, defined broadly to include unsafe housing, domestic violence, or lack of permanent shelter. The supplement covers 85% of the federal fair market rent (up to 100%), with additional heating cost coverage paid directly to vendors. It applies to those receiving public assistance who are homeless or at immediate risk of losing housing, with support lasting up to five years (or one additional year after losing public assistance eligibility if income stays below 200% of the federal poverty level). The program prohibits recouping payments for rent arrears or heating costs and ensures supplements don't count toward public assistance need calculations.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill mandates rent supplements to landlords for tenants facing eviction/homelessness, directly funding housing stability programs and preventing homelessness per summary.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Homelessness Renters Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 1704: Relates to establishing the housing access voucher program

Relates to establishing the housing access voucher program; provides that the commissioner of the division of housing and community renewal shall implement a program of rental assistance in the form of housing vouchers for eligible individuals and families who are homeless or who face an imminent loss of housing; provides that the commissioner shall designate housing access voucher local administrators in the state to administer the program.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingCreates rental voucher program for homeless/impending housing loss, directly funding affordable housing access and addressing homelessness through state-administered assistance.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Homelessness Renters

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 72: Relates to establishing the housing access voucher program

Relates to establishing the housing access voucher program; provides that the commissioner of the division of housing and community renewal shall implement a program of rental assistance in the form of housing vouchers for eligible individuals and families who are homeless or who face an imminent loss of housing; provides that the commissioner shall designate housing access voucher local administrators in the state to administer the program.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingEstablishes rental assistance vouchers for homeless/impending housing loss, directly funding affordable housing access through state-administered program.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Homelessness Renters

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in committee · New York · Assembly May 14, 2026

A 9164: Establishes uniform waiting list priorities for domestic violence survivors applying for public housing

This bill establishes a uniform priority system for domestic violence survivors applying to public housing. It requires local housing authorities to give these applicants the same waiting list priority as other vulnerable groups (like the disabled, elderly, or homeless) if they either face ongoing domestic violence in their current home or have left due to abuse without stable replacement housing. The bill specifies that among applicants with equal priority status, selection will be based on application date and time. It references the existing legal definition of "victim of domestic violence" from social services law and applies immediately to all new applicants on waiting lists.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticePrioritizes housing for domestic violence survivors, supporting victim safety and access to justice within criminal justice reform framework.85% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingPrioritizes domestic violence survivors in public housing waiting lists, strengthening tenant protections and access to affordable housing for vulnerable groups.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Domestic Violence Homelessness Tenant Rights

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