Housing

in committee · New York · Assembly Jun 5, 2026

A 10933: Authorizes the city of Olean assessor to accept an application for a real property tax exemption from OWH Properties, Inc. (Operation Warm Hearts)

Authorizes the city of Oleans assessor to accept an application for a real property tax exemption from OWH Properties, Inc. (Operation Warm Hearts) for all of the 2025-2026 school taxes and all of the 2025 general taxes.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill provides tax exemption for Operation Warm Hearts, an organization focused on affordable housing and homelessness relief, thereby financially supporting housing initiatives.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Taxes

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in committee · New York · Senate May 12, 2026

S 9867: Enacts the "teardown tax act"

Enacts the "teardown tax act"; establishes a dwelling unit removal surcharge on the conversion of multiple dwelling units into single-family dwellings in the city of New York.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill imposes a new surcharge (tax) on property removal, restricting fiscal flexibility and increasing tax burden.90% confidence ✗ HousingOpposes HousingThe bill imposes a surcharge on removing dwelling units, which restricts the supply of housing and limits development opportunities.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Fees & Licensing Historic Preservation

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in committee · New York · Senate Apr 17, 2026

S 9956: Expands the right to seek the appointment of administrators of buildings to tenants and local governments throughout to make procedures conform with realities of housing stock; repealer

Expands the right to seek the appointment of administrators of buildings to tenants and local governments throughout the state and to make procedures conform with realities of housing stock throughout the state; repeals certain provisions of the real property actions and proceedings law relating thereto.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill expands tenants' and local governments' rights to appoint building administrators, strengthening tenant protections and housing management.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Tenant Rights

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failed · New York · Assembly Jun 4, 2026

A 10812: Increases the threshold for the additional tax on real estate transfers

Enacts the "middle-class homebuyer protection act" to increase the additional tax imposed on residential real property if the consideration for the conveyance from $1,000,000 to $4,500,000 where the residential structure contains five thousand square feet or more of livable interior space.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill increases a tax on real estate transfers, directly raising revenue burdens for property transactions.95% confidence ✗ HousingOpposes HousingBill increases taxes on large residential properties, which can reduce the supply of affordable housing and limit development.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Homeownership

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in committee · New York · Senate Apr 2, 2026

S 9700: Prohibits the use of an algorithmic device by a landlord for the purpose of determining the amount of rent to charge a residential tenant

Prohibits the use of an algorithmic device by a landlord for the purpose of determining the amount of rent to charge a residential tenant; declares that such use is an unfair or deceptive trade practice.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill prohibits landlords from using algorithms to set rent, protecting tenants from potential discrimination and unfair pricing practices.90% confidence ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyBill restricts the use of algorithmic devices in rent setting, limiting the application of technology in housing management.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Renters Tenant Rights

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passed · New York · Senate Jun 2, 2026

S 9652: Relates to artist preferences in housing

Relates to artist preferences in housing; provides that giving occupancy preference to individuals who are involved in artistic activities is not an unlawful discriminatory practice provided that such preference is implemented or authorized by an agency or the state of New York.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill clarifies that artist preferences in housing are not discriminatory, thereby protecting housing rights for a specific group and preventing unjust restrictions on housing access.85% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly Apr 14, 2026

A 10956: Establishes a tax credit for same-sex couples re-recording their property deeds to reflect a change in status from tenants in common or joint tenants with right of survivorship to tenancy by the entirety

Establishes a tax credit for same-sex couples who purchased residential property in the state prior to the legalization of same-sex marriage, were prohibited from recording the deed as tenants by the entirety, and who re-record the deed to reflect a change in status from tenants in common or joint tenants with right of survivorship to tenants by the entirety; provides for the repeal of such provisions upon the expiration thereof.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides a tax credit, offering direct fiscal relief to same-sex couples and reducing their tax burden.90% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill provides a tax credit to help same-sex couples re-record deeds, facilitating property rights and ownership stability for a specific demographic.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Credits

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in committee · New York · Senate May 28, 2026

S 9650: 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 HousingBill protects tenant rights by prohibiting landlords from including incorrect rent decontrol information in leases for affordable housing units.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Renters Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Assembly Apr 1, 2026

A 10798: Relates to the recovery of attorneys fees in the event of certain default judgments where a tenant is a dwelling unit owner or shareholder of a cooperative housing corporation

Provides that either party may be awarded attorneys' fees in the event of a default judgment in an action or summary proceeding arising out of leases of residential property where a tenant is a dwelling unit owner or shareholder of a cooperative housing corporation and the recovery of attorneys' fees is provided for in the proprietary lease or occupancy agreement.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill allows tenants to recover attorney fees in housing disputes, strengthening tenant protections and access to justice.85% confidence

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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

Sub-Topics Historic Preservation

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