Housing

in committee · New York · Senate May 19, 2026

S 1557: Enacts the "tenants organizing act"

Enacts the "tenants organizing act"; allows tenants' groups, committees or other tenants' organizations to invite outside guests or visitors including elected officials, services providers, housing lawyers, etc. without being required to pay fees; defines "tenants' organization"; provides for activities that tenants' organizations can take part in; provides for the manner in how a tenants' organization is established.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill enables tenant organizing without fees, strengthening tenant advocacy and protections per defined activities.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Housing

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in committee · New York · Senate May 19, 2026

S 679: Establishes the affordable housing broadband assistance grant program

Establishes the affordable housing broadband assistance grant program within the division of broadband access to support no-cost and/or discounted subscriptions for households receiving federal, state, or local housing assistance or residing in housing units designated for low-income and/or vulnerable populations.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill creates state-funded grant program for broadband access in low-income housing, allocating budget resources to support essential services per funding indicators.90% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingFunds broadband assistance for low-income housing residents, advancing affordable housing access through direct support to designated housing units.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyThe bill establishes a grant program to provide no-cost/discounted broadband subscriptions, directly expanding internet access for low-income populations and promoting digital equity.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Housing

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passed · New York · Senate May 18, 2026

S 9908: Requires the division of housing and community renewal to calculate the period of rent reduction due to diminution of services from the date of actual diminution of the services

Requires the division of housing and community renewal to calculate the period of rent reduction due to diminution of services from the date of actual diminution of the services.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill strengthens tenant protections by ensuring rent reductions are calculated from the actual date of service diminution, preventing landlords from delaying financial relief.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Housing

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in committee · New York · Senate May 18, 2026

S 9368: Enacts the "New York property rehabilitation protection act"

Enacts the "New York property rehabilitation protection act" to provide protection against the use of assignment of benefit agreements by rehabilitation contractors in a fraudulent manner.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill protects against fraudulent assignment of benefit agreements by rehabilitation contractors, preventing exploitation of property owners and tenants during housing rehabilitation.75% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Housing

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passed · New York · Senate May 18, 2026

S 561: 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 HousingRequires notice for rent increase exemptions for low-income elderly/disabled tenants, strengthening tenant protections and ensuring housing affordability for vulnerable groups.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Housing

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passed both · New York · Senate May 14, 2026

S 7738: Authorizes shelters to be reimbursed for any payment differential for housing a single individual in a room intended for double occupancy

Authorizes shelters for victims of domestic violence to be reimbursed for any payment differential for housing a single individual in a room intended for double occupancy where a single occupancy room is not available.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingReimburses shelters for housing domestic violence victims in double rooms when single rooms unavailable, ensuring continued access to housing support for vulnerable populations.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Housing

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passed · New York · Senate May 11, 2026

S 9677: Enacts the "city of Buffalo historic preservation receivership act"

Enacts the "city of Buffalo historic preservation receivership act"; provides the city of Buffalo specific procedures for the appointment of a receiver of rents in instances where the property at issue is neglected or abandoned.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill establishes a receivership to manage neglected or abandoned properties, preventing them from falling into disrepair and ensuring continued housing availability.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Housing

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passed both · New York · Assembly May 6, 2026

A 10602: Authorizes the dormitory authority to provide financing to D'Youville Housing Association LLC for the construction of facilities

Authorizes the dormitory authority to provide financing to D'Youville Housing Association LLC for the construction of facilities on the campus of D'Youville University.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill authorizes financing for construction of housing facilities, directly supporting housing development and infrastructure.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Housing

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in committee · New York · Senate May 6, 2026

S 9355: Authorizes the dormitory authority to provide financing to D'Youville Housing Association LLC for the construction of facilities

Authorizes the dormitory authority to provide financing to D'Youville Housing Association LLC for the construction of facilities on the campus of D'Youville University.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill authorizes financing for construction of housing facilities at D'Youville University, directly funding housing development and expansion.75% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Housing

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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 | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Housing

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