Housing

passed both · New York · Senate May 28, 2026

S 1461: Extends the answer time when a major capital improvement rent increase has been filed to ninety days

This bill extends the time tenants have to respond to applications for major capital improvement rent increases in New York City from 60 to 90 days after receiving notice. It directly affects tenants who receive notices about proposed rent hikes tied to building renovations or upgrades. The key change modifies multiple sections of city housing law to replace "sixty" with "ninety" days in the timeline for tenant responses. The bill does not alter rent calculation methods or approval criteria, only the response window for tenants. This is a procedural adjustment to provide tenants with additional time to address such applications.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingExtends tenant response time from 60 to 90 days for rent hikes tied to renovations, strengthening tenant protections against capital improvement increases.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Housing

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passed both · New York · Assembly May 28, 2026

A 659: 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 landlords from misinforming tenants about rent decontrol in affordable housing units, strengthening tenant protections under the Affordable New York Housing Program.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Housing

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passed · New York · Senate May 19, 2026

S 10111: Prohibits certain surcharges on self-installed dishwashers in housing accommodations subject to rent control

Prohibits surcharges on self-installed dishwashers in housing accommodations subject to rent control when the tenant pays for electric utility service.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill protects tenant rights by prohibiting unfair surcharges on self-installed appliances in rent-controlled housing.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Housing

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passed both · New York · Senate May 19, 2026

S 120: Prohibits termination of electricity or heat service during forecasts of extreme temperatures

This bill prohibits utility companies from terminating residential electricity or heat service during forecasts of extreme temperatures - specifically when the National Weather Service predicts 95°F or higher (heat index) or 32°F or lower. It directly affects residential customers in New York, preventing service cutoffs on the day of such forecasts or during any subsequent holiday or weekend. Key provisions require utilities to maintain service during these periods and align with existing cold-weather protections for vulnerable residents. The law applies immediately upon enactment and does not override stricter existing utility settlements.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill protects residential energy consumers from service disconnection during extreme weather, directly advancing consumer protection in utility services under energy policy.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingPrevents utility shutoffs during extreme weather, directly protecting residential tenants from loss of essential services - a core tenant protection measure in housing policy.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Housing

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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 No ✗ Opposes 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 No ✗ Opposes Housing

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in committee · New York · Senate May 4, 2026

S 9914: Relates to requiring property owners to dedicate certain residential units to rent regulated status following demolition and new construction or substantial renovation

Requires property owners to dedicate certain residential units to rent regulated status following demolition and new construction or substantial renovation.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill mandates dedicating units to rent regulation after demolition/renovation, directly increasing affordable housing supply and protecting tenants.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Housing

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in committee · New York · Senate Apr 27, 2026

S 3218: Prohibits certain surcharges on self-installed dishwashers in housing accommodations subject to rent control

Prohibits surcharges on self-installed dishwashers in housing accommodations subject to rent control when the tenant pays for electric utility service.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingProhibits landlord surcharges on tenant-installed dishwashers in rent-controlled housing, reducing tenant costs and protecting tenant rights in affordable housing.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Housing

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passed · New York · Senate Apr 22, 2026

S 3835: Establishes the manufactured home community preservation act

Establishes the manufactured home community preservation act to provide financial and technical assistance, within funds available to counties, municipalities, rural preservation companies, and other non-profit housing organizations for their housing preservation efforts; provides that funds in the mortgage insurance fund can be used to provide financial support to local governments and eligible non-profit housing organizations.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesDirectly allocates mortgage insurance fund resources to fund housing preservation programs, aligning with funding essential services under fiscal management.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingProvides financial assistance for manufactured home community preservation, directly funding housing preservation efforts to protect affordable housing options.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Housing

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in committee · New York · Senate Apr 20, 2026

S 8675: Enacts the CareForce first-time homebuyers act

Establishes the CareForce first-time homebuyers program under which certain first-time homebuyers may receive below-market mortgage financing and forgivable down payment assistance.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingProvides below-market mortgages and forgivable down payment assistance for first-time homebuyers, directly increasing affordable housing access.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Housing

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