Housing (Affordable Housing)

in committee · New York · Senate May 15, 2026

S 10503: Establishes the pro-housing communities incentive fund

Establishes the pro-housing communities incentive fund to provide incentive payments to municipalities based on the number of eligible new housing units produced within such municipality.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill creates a new incentive fund to provide payments to municipalities, directly increasing government spending and funding for housing development.75% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill establishes a fund to incentivize municipalities for producing new housing units, directly advancing housing development.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing Housing Finance

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in committee · New York · Assembly Apr 24, 2026

A 11059: Relates to limiting the liability of low-income housing providers who receive government assistance, and establishing a temporary insurance stabilization program for such entities

Limits the liability of low-income housing providers who receive government assistance; establishes a temporary insurance stabilization program for such entities.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill protects low-income housing providers by limiting liability and establishing insurance, ensuring financial stability for affordable housing entities.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing

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in committee · New York · Senate Apr 2, 2026

S 9732: Authorizes the board of trustees of any library chartered by the regents of the state of New York to develop, lease, or use public library spaces for the purposes of constructing affordable, mixed-use housing

Permits libraries occupying or possessing public land to develop, lease, or use such property for the purposes of constructing affordable, mixed-use housing; provides that such use aligns with libraries' educational purposes, represents a valid exercise of the trustees' power, and is in the best interests of the libraries.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill explicitly authorizes libraries to construct affordable mixed-use housing, directly advancing housing supply.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing

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in committee · New York · Senate Apr 1, 2026

S 9674: Authorizes cities and towns, except New York city, to establish community housing funds

Authorizes cities and towns, except a city with a population of one million or more, to establish community housing funds; authorizes such cities and towns to impose a real estate transfer tax with revenues to be deposited in such funds; makes related provisions.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill authorizes cities to impose a real estate transfer tax to fund community housing, directly increasing revenue for essential public services.85% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill authorizes cities to establish community housing funds via real estate transfer taxes, directly funding affordable housing initiatives.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing

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passed · New York · Senate Jun 4, 2026

S 9679: Establishes the block by block homeownership program

Establishes the block by block homeownership program to provide capital subsidies for the purpose of constructing, preserving, and rehabilitating one- to two- family dwellings throughout the state, outside of NYC.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill establishes a program to fund construction and preservation of one- to two-family dwellings, directly advancing affordable housing goals.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing Homeownership Housing Finance

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in committee · New York · Assembly Apr 24, 2026

A 11137: Requires community median income be used by certain affordable housing programs in N.Y. City

Requires community median income be used by certain affordable housing programs in a city having a population of one million or more; requires affordable housing programs using state funding to cover 33 percent or more of the construction costs of a building or buildings to use community median income to determine income eligibility and rent levels; exempts programs utilizing federal funding.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill mandates use of community median income for affordable housing eligibility, strengthening tenant protections and ensuring housing assistance aligns with local economic realities.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing Renters

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jun 1, 2026

A 10588: Permits multiple transfers of low-income housing tax credits

This bill allows owners of low-income housing tax credits to transfer those credits to other people or entities multiple times, rather than being limited to a single transfer. The changes apply to taxpayers who own interests in eligible low-income buildings and enable transferees to use the credits against their taxes if they meet all requirements. Each transfer must be properly documented and approved by the relevant agency, and it cannot affect the eligibility of the underlying housing project for program benefits. The law takes effect immediately and applies to all low-income housing tax credits allocated before, during, or after the effective date.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allows multiple transfers of low-income housing tax credits, providing tax relief and supporting affordable housing programs, which aligns with fiscal management and public service funding goals.85% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill facilitates transfer of low-income housing tax credits, enabling more entities to utilize these credits for affordable housing development and preservation.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing

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in committee · New York · Senate Mar 31, 2026

S 9482: Establishes a subpart to hear eviction matters related to affordable housing providers and small landlords

Establishes a subpart to hear eviction matters related to affordable housing providers and small landlords; provides a subpart shall be in each borough of the city of New York; defines terms.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill creates specialized court subpart for eviction matters involving affordable housing providers and small landlords, strengthening tenant protections and supporting affordable housing stability.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Assembly Mar 6, 2026

A 10445: Enacts the care workforce housing preference act

Provides for the eligibility of certain households for a care workforce housing preference; provides for the method of application for such preference; makes related provisions.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill improves healthcare workforce housing, which supports healthcare professionals and strengthens care delivery capacity.75% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill establishes housing preferences for care workforce households, expanding access to affordable housing opportunities and strengthening housing equity.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Assembly Mar 13, 2026

A 10549: Authorizes a tax abatement for alterations and improvements to multiple dwellings for purposes of preserving habitability in affordable housing

This bill modifies New York State's real property tax law to allow property owners of affordable housing buildings to receive tax reductions for making specific repairs and improvements that maintain the habitability of their units. It directly affects owners of multi-unit rental buildings, condominiums, cooperatives, and mutual housing companies that meet certain income and affordability requirements. To qualify, buildings must have at least three units, and owners must obtain a certificate from their local housing agency confirming the project's eligibility and cost limits, with improvements needing to be completed within a thirty-month window. The tax abatement is tied to a certified reasonable cost schedule that sets maximum dollar limits for approved alterations, ensuring funds are used for essential maintenance rather than expansion.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides tax abatement for affordable housing improvements, reducing tax burden on property owners while preserving habitability in affordable housing units.85% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill provides tax abatement for affordable housing improvements, directly funding and protecting habitability of affordable housing units.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Tax Incentives Affordable Housing Property Taxes Tenant Rights

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