Housing

signed · New York · Senate Oct 16, 2025

S 952: Makes rent stabilized dwelling units eligible for certain protections

Requires that the entire amount of a rental deposit or advance be refundable to the tenant upon the tenant's vacating of the premises except for an amount lawfully retained for non-payment of rent or utilities, damage caused by the tenant, or storage costs; requires landlord to provide an itemized statement of damages and to return the balance of the deposit within 14 days; requires that tenant be given the opportunity to inspect the rental premises prior to signing a lease; allows a grantee or assignee of the leased premises to demand that an escrow account be opened.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingMandates full deposit refunds with itemized damages, requiring landlord accountability and tenant inspection rights - directly strengthens tenant protections in housing.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Housing

signed · New York · Senate Oct 16, 2025

S 8311: Relates to succession rights for tenants of New York city housing authority properties

This bill (S 8311, now Chapter 438) requires the New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA) to maintain and clearly define policies allowing family members or eligible individuals to take over a public housing lease when the current tenant permanently moves out or dies. Key provisions mandate NYCHA to establish written rules covering eligibility, relocation needs, payment during the transition, and the right to appeal denied succession requests, all while complying with federal, state, and local laws. The law also requires NYCHA to provide 30 days' written notice and accept public comments before changing these policies. This policy change directly affects current NYCHA tenants facing loss of a household member and ensures consistent, transparent succession processes. The bill was signed into law on October 16, 2025.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingMandates NYCHA to establish tenant succession policies, protecting families from displacement and ensuring lease continuity per tenant death/move-out, directly strengthening tenant rights in public housing.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Housing

signed · New York · Senate Sep 26, 2025

S 8390: Extends certain provisions relating to the COVID-19 emergency rental assistance program

This bill extends the deadline for New York's COVID-19 emergency rental assistance program from September 30, 2024, to September 30, 2025. It directly affects renters experiencing housing instability during the pandemic and local governments administering the program. The key provision amends the existing law to delay the expiration of program funding and operational provisions by one year, ensuring continued access to rental aid.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingExtends rental aid deadline, ensuring continued financial support for renters facing housing instability during pandemic, directly funding housing assistance program.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Housing

passed · New York · Senate Jun 12, 2025

R 1246: Establishes a plan setting forth an itemized list of grantees for a certain appropriation for the 2025-2026 state fiscal year for services and expenses of senate priorities for housing initiatives

Senate Resolution 1246 requires the Senate to approve a detailed spending plan before allocating $315,000 in state funds for housing initiatives during the 2025-2026 fiscal year. It mandates that the plan - approved by the Senate President and Budget Director - must list specific grantees and exact funding amounts, rather than using a general allocation method. The resolution directly affects 10 housing organizations, including Neighborhood Housing Services of Brooklyn and West Bronx Housing Center, which are each allocated specific sums (e.g., $100,000 for West Bronx Housing Center). This process ensures Senate oversight through a majority vote on a formal resolution before funds are disbursed.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates $315k for housing initiatives via detailed grantee list, requiring Senate approval of specific funding amounts, strengthening fiscal accountability for public services.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingAllocates $315,000 for housing initiatives via specific grantees, directly funding housing programs as required by Senate Resolution 1246.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Housing

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passed · New York · Senate Jun 12, 2025

R 1242: Amends a plan setting forth an itemized list of grantees for the New York state economic development assistance program

Senate Resolution 1242 amends the plan for New York's Economic Development Assistance Program to add two specific grants: $250,000 to Calvary Housing Development Fund Corporation for senior housing and $100,000 to New York City Department of Education for New York Sun Works, Inc. The resolution updates the schedule of approved grantees, requiring the revised list to be approved by the temporary Senate president, budget director, and a majority vote of the Senate. This change directly affects the two organizations receiving funds and the administrative process for allocating program monies originally appropriated in 2008 and reappropriated in 2025. The bill does not alter the program's overall structure but adjusts its current funding distribution.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAdds specific grants ($250k senior housing, $100k education) to state budget, directly funding essential public services within appropriations process.90% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingFunds senior housing development via $250k grant to Calvary Housing Development Fund Corporation, directly supporting affordable housing initiatives.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Housing

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passed · New York · Senate Jun 12, 2025

R 1238: Sets forth an itemized list of grantees for the 2024-25 state fiscal year for services and expenses of senate priorities for housing initiatives

Senate Resolution R 1238 amends a prior resolution to establish a required process for allocating $200,000 in state funds for housing initiatives during the 2024-25 fiscal year. It mandates that funds be distributed only after an itemized list of grantees (including specific organizations like Ali Forney Center and Broadway Housing Communities Inc.) and their allocated amounts is approved by the Senate's temporary president, budget director, and a majority vote of all elected senators. This procedural resolution directly affects the listed organizations by confirming their receipt of designated funding amounts, with no new policy changes to housing programs.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllocates $200k for housing initiatives via structured approval process, funding essential public services per budget allocation requirements.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingAllocates $200,000 for housing initiatives via specific grantees (Ali Forney Center, Broadway Housing Communities Inc.), mandating Senate approval for fund distribution to advance housing programs.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Housing

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passed · New York · Senate Jun 12, 2025

S 7633: Relates to actions and proceedings seeking an abatement of rent based on violations of the housing maintenance code

Relates to actions and proceedings seeking an abatement of rent based on violations of the housing maintenance code, applicable housing standards, the building code, or the health code; relates to the number of housing judges assigned to certain actions.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill enables tenant rent abatement for housing code violations, strengthening tenant protections and enforcing housing maintenance standards.92% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Housing

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passed · New York · Senate Jun 10, 2025

S 450: Prohibits landlords from including incorrect information re rent decontrol in certain leases and renewals pertaining to units in the Affordable New York Housing Program

Prohibits landlords from including incorrect information relating to rent decontrol in certain leases and renewals thereof; imposes a violation punishable by a fine of $1000 for a violation by a landlord; requires the standardization of certain notices pertaining to units subject to the Affordable New York Housing Program.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingPrevents landlord misinformation on rent decontrol in affordable housing units, protecting tenant rights under the Affordable New York Program.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Housing

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signed · New York · Senate May 23, 2025

S 7798: Makes technical changes to the aid to localities budget

S 7798 makes technical adjustments to New York State's 2025-26 aid to localities budget, specifically reallocating $90 million from the General Fund to the "Underserved Communities and Civic Engagement Program." The bill directs funding to seven specific nonprofit organizations, including the Asian American Foundation, New York Urban League, and Catholic Charities Community Services, for services like housing assistance, workforce training, and healthcare in underserved areas. This is a procedural budget modification with no new policy changes, simply adjusting existing allocations. The bill became law on May 23, 2025, and applies immediately to the 2025-26 fiscal year.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesReallocates $90M from General Fund to fund housing, workforce, and healthcare services via nonprofits in underserved areas, advancing public service funding within fiscal management.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill allocates $90M to nonprofits for housing assistance services in underserved communities, explicitly funding housing programs as part of the Underserved Communities Program.90% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentFunds workforce training via nonprofit programs in underserved communities, supporting labor-related workforce development.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Housing

passed · New York · Senate May 12, 2025

S 6739: Relates to obtaining jurisdiction over certain defendants in matters relating to a tenancy or lease

Standardizes the language across the relevant court acts to allow tenants statewide to sue in the county where the real property at issue is located in matters relating to a tenancy or lease; requires the Office of Court Administration to develop necessary forms, procedures and deliver a report.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill standardizes court procedures to allow tenants to sue in property county, strengthening tenant protections by reducing legal barriers for lease disputes.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Housing

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