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passed both · New York · Senate Jun 3, 2026

S 1838: Authorizes municipalities to establish an emergency repair pilot program

Authorizes municipalities to establish an emergency repair pilot program; enables municipalities to repair immediately hazardous code violations in buildings where the owner has not undertaken such repairs in a reasonable time.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingAuthorizes municipalities to repair hazardous housing violations, protecting tenant safety from immediate code violations.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Housing

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passed both · New York · Assembly Jun 2, 2026

A 10885: Relates to benefits for the surviving spouses of firefighters killed in the line of duty

This bill creates a real property tax exemption for the primary residences of surviving spouses of firefighters who died in the line of duty. It allows local governments and school districts to automatically exempt up to 50% of the assessed value of these homes from taxation, though they retain the option to reduce this percentage if they choose. The law defines eligible firefighters broadly to include paid members of various fire departments and extends the benefit to properties held in trust or by cooperative apartment corporations, while excluding certain types of housing. Additionally, the bill requires the state to develop and publish a list of documents that prove eligibility for this tax relief.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides tax relief to surviving spouses of firefighters by exempting up to 50% of home value from property taxes.90% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill provides tax exemptions for surviving spouses' primary residences, reducing housing costs and supporting housing stability.85% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill provides tax exemptions for surviving spouses of firefighters, expanding benefits to support workers and their families.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Housing

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passed both · New York · Senate Jun 2, 2026

S 1462: 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 HousingBill establishes ground rent rebates for eligible homeowners/renewers in Battery Park, directly reducing housing costs and increasing affordability per support indicators.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Housing

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passed both · New York · Assembly Jun 1, 2026

A 10679: Relates to access to fair and transparent real estate listings

Requires timely public advertising or marketing of listed residential properties on platforms accessible to the general public; permits non-public marketing only where the seller gives informed, written direction after receiving a standardized state disclosure that clearly explains the risks and tradeoffs of withholding a listing from public marketing.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill promotes transparency in real estate listings, which helps prevent discrimination and ensures fair access to housing opportunities for all buyers and renters.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Housing

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passed both · New York · Senate Jun 1, 2026

S 9571: Permits multiple transfers of low-income housing tax credits

This bill allows low-income housing tax credits to be transferred multiple times between different owners or entities, rather than being limited to a single transfer. It directly affects taxpayers who own interests in low-income housing buildings and the entities that receive these tax credits. The key provision permits a transferee to pass the credit on to another person or entity, provided the transfer is properly documented and does not affect the project's eligibility for program benefits. The changes apply to tax credits allocated under the public housing law, regardless of whether the projects are under construction, completed, or in pre-development stages.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill expands tax credit transfers, providing more flexibility for low-income housing investments and potentially increasing funding for affordable housing programs.85% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill facilitates low-income housing tax credit transfers, enabling more entities to develop affordable housing projects and increasing available affordable housing units.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Housing

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passed · New York · Assembly May 29, 2026

A 11396: Extends the tax credits under the economic transformation and facility redevelopment program

This bill extends the Economic Transformation and Facility Redevelopment Program until December 31, 2031, allowing correctional facilities selected for closure between 2011 and 2031 to continue receiving tax credits. The program provides financial incentives to help these facilities transition or redevelop after they are no longer needed for housing inmates. By updating the expiration date, the legislation ensures that eligible correctional facilities can access these tax benefits for a longer period than previously allowed.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill extends tax credits to support facility redevelopment, providing financial incentives and funding for public infrastructure transition.85% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill extends funding for correctional facility redevelopment, aiding the transition of facilities post-closure and supporting criminal justice infrastructure.75% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill extends tax credits to facilitate redevelopment of correctional facilities, potentially converting them to housing or community use, thus supporting housing development.75% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Housing

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passed · New York · Assembly May 28, 2026

A 3601: Enacts the "independent senior housing resident freedom of choice act" to authorize persons in independent housing to receive services they could get at home

Enacts the "independent senior housing resident freedom of choice act" to authorize persons in independent housing, shelters and residences to receive services they could otherwise receive if they resided in a private residence.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill authorizes senior residents in independent housing to receive home-like services, strengthening tenant rights by ensuring access to essential services in their living environment.80% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Housing

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passed both · New York · Senate May 19, 2026

S 9207: Prohibits restrictions on insurance policies based on the policyholder harboring or owning any dog of a specific breed or mixture of breeds

This bill prohibits insurance companies from denying coverage, raising premiums, canceling policies, or limiting coverage based solely on a policyholder owning or harboring a specific dog breed or mix. It directly affects homeowners and renters insurance policyholders who might previously have faced discrimination due to their dog's breed. The law amends insurance regulations to ban these restrictions, ensuring coverage decisions cannot be influenced by breed alone. It applies to all policies issued, renewed, or modified after the effective date.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingPrevents insurance discrimination based on dog breed, protecting tenants from coverage denial/price hikes that could impact housing stability and affordability.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Housing

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passed · New York · Assembly May 19, 2026

A 2749: Establishes the New York state lead-safe renovation, repair and painting act

Establishes the "New York state lead-safe renovation, repair and painting act"; establishes standards for lead-safe renovation, repair and painting of residential properties; requires documentation of compliance with such standards.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingRequires lead-safe renovation standards in residential properties, protecting tenants from health hazards in housing (tenant protection indicator).90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Housing

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passed · New York · Assembly May 18, 2026

A 9297: Provides a host community benefit for customers in a host community where data centers are expanded or placed

This bill requires new or significantly expanding hyperscale data centers (over 10,000 sq ft/5+ MW) to fund residential energy upgrades that offset their electricity demand. It directs these funds toward installing cold-climate heat pumps, rooftop solar, and battery storage in New York homes with outdated systems, prioritizing low-income and disadvantaged communities. NYSERDA will administer the program, ensuring projects align with state climate goals and provide free installations. The funds flow into a dedicated "Clean Home Energy Offset Fund" managed by NYSERDA, with data center operators required to submit annual compliance reports.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyMandates data centers to fund residential solar, heat pumps, and battery storage installations, advancing clean energy infrastructure and climate goals.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill mandates data centers to fund clean energy upgrades (heat pumps, solar, storage) in low-income homes, directly advancing climate goals through renewable energy adoption and energy efficiency.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingPrioritizes low-income communities for free energy upgrades (heat pumps, solar), reducing utility costs and enhancing housing affordability through direct funding.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Housing

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