Housing

in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 8056: Relates to the selection of tenants in state aided housing projects in the county of Westchester

Permits the county of Westchester to grant a fifty percent preference in the selection of tenants in state aided housing projects to current residents of the county.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill grants 50% tenant selection preference to current Westchester residents in state-aided housing, increasing housing stability for existing residents and advancing affordable housing access.92% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 4465: Establishes a housing court

Establishes a housing court for actions and proceedings involving the enforcement of state and local laws for the establishment and maintenance of housing standards; makes related provisions.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingEstablishes housing court to enforce housing standards, strengthening tenant protections and housing compliance through dedicated judicial oversight.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Tenant Rights

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failed · New York · Senate May 14, 2026

S 5554: Relates to the placement of homeless shelters

This bill (S 5554) requires that no homeless shelter in New York City can be located within 500 feet of any transit facility, such as subway stations, bus stops, or other public transportation hubs. It defines "transit facility" broadly to include subways, buses, and related infrastructure used for passenger or mail transport. The law directly affects homeless shelters seeking to open in the city, imposing a new zoning restriction on their locations. The rule applies to all new shelters established under the city's administrative code and takes effect 90 days after enactment.

Topics ✗ HousingOpposes HousingRestricts homeless shelter locations near transit, limiting housing development access for vulnerable populations and imposing new zoning barriers.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Homelessness Zoning

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 958: Relates to making certain housing programs available regardless of immigration status

Relates to making certain housing programs available regardless of immigration status; provides that local social services districts in a city with a population of five million or more shall be permitted to offer certain housing programs to individuals or families who would be eligible but for a federal law restricting eligibility based on immigration.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingRemoves immigration status barriers to housing program eligibility, expanding access to affordable housing services for eligible individuals/families.95% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill enables housing programs for immigrants barred by federal law, expanding access to state services regardless of immigration status.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Driver Licenses & IDs Immigrant Services

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 1873: Requires the New York city housing authority to provide adequate and reliable internet service for all housing authority residents

This bill requires the New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA) to provide all residents in public housing with reliable, 24/7 internet service at no additional cost. It directly affects approximately 400,000 NYCHA residents across over 170,000 housing units. The law mandates NYCHA to publish online reports detailing service disruptions (including internet outages), their duration, and repair steps starting May 1, 2025. The bill also updates existing housing law to include internet service under the same reporting standards as heat, water, and electricity. It takes effect immediately for the service requirement, with the reporting provisions aligning with prior 2024 law changes.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingMandates free, reliable internet for NYCHA residents, enhancing tenant living conditions and aligning with tenant protection standards in public housing.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyMandates free, reliable internet access for 400k public housing residents, directly expanding internet access and promoting digital equity per topic description.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Tenant Rights Broadband Access

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 6519: Directs the commissioner of housing and community renewal to conduct a study to examine the efficacy of the creation of a statewide affordable housing agency

Directs the commissioner of housing and community renewal, in consultation with the director of the budget and the commissioner of taxation and finance, to conduct a study to examine the efficacy of the creation of a statewide affordable housing agency whose sole mission is to directly build affordable housing utilizing state funds and employing residents of the state to accomplish such construction of affordable housing.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill directs study to create agency solely focused on building affordable housing with state funds, aligning with funding/advancing indicators.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing Housing Finance

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 4120: Relates to protections for renters using certain housing subsidies or public assistance

Protects renters using a housing subsidy or voucher, or receiving public assistance from discrimination by the housing provider based on such renters' income or use of such housing subsidy, voucher or public assistance.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingProtects renters using housing subsidies from discrimination, directly advancing tenant protections and affordable housing access per bill summary.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Housing Finance Renters Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 6471: Relates to the use of automated decision tools by landlords for making housing decisions

Bill S 6471 regulates how landlords use automated tools, such as AI or algorithms, when making housing decisions like screening applicants. It requires landlords to conduct an annual, independent "disparate impact analysis" to assess if the tool negatively affects protected groups, and a summary of this analysis must be publicly available. Landlords must also notify applicants at least 24 hours before using such a tool, explain the characteristics it assesses, and offer an alternative selection process or accommodation. If an application is denied using the tool, landlords must provide the reason for the denial.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingRequires disparate impact analysis to prevent AI discrimination in tenant screening, directly aligning with tenant protection and anti-discrimination housing policies.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyRegulates AI housing tools with transparency requirements and bias assessments, aligning with data privacy/consumer protection indicators.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Tenant Rights Artificial Intelligence

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in committee · New York · Senate Apr 27, 2026

S 4267: Establishes the historic preservation tax credit transfer program

Establishes the historic preservation tax credit transfer program to provide flexibility and incentives for businesses which rehabilitate historic properties to further promote the development of affordable housing.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCreates tax credit transfer program for historic property rehab, providing tax relief incentives to businesses promoting affordable housing development through fiscal policy.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill establishes tax credit for rehabilitating historic properties to promote affordable housing development, directly advancing housing goals.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Credits Tax Incentives Affordable Housing Historic Preservation Housing Finance

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 851: Establishes a housing infrastructure tax credit to provide a credit of up to ten percent of costs for infrastructure projects

Establishes a housing infrastructure tax credit to provide a credit of up to ten percent of costs for infrastructure projects related to the construction of new homes or multiple dwellings commenced and completed within a specific time period.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProvides tax credit reducing liability for housing infrastructure, aligning with tax relief support indicator90% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingTax credit for infrastructure projects related to new home construction supports housing development and encourages new housing supply.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Credits Tax Incentives Affordable Housing Historic Preservation Housing Finance

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