Housing (Tenant Rights)

in committee · New York · Senate Jun 5, 2026

S 7632: Includes households who are fleeing or attempting to flee domestic violence under the family homelessness and eviction prevention supplement ("FHEPS") program

Includes households who are fleeing or attempting to flee domestic violence under the family homelessness and eviction prevention supplement ("FHEPS") program.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingExpands FHEPS program eligibility to domestic violence survivors, directly preventing homelessness and strengthening tenant protections under housing assistance.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Homelessness Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 4359: Authorizes appointment of alternate rent guidelines board members in the city of New York, counties outside the city, towns, and villages

Provides for the appointment of three alternates on rent guideline boards; one alternate shall represent tenants, one shall represent owners of property and one shall be a public representative; alternates shall be permitted to participate in all proceedings of the board as non-voting members; an alternate shall only participate as a voting member of the board and be paid when a member, representing the same interest as the alternate, is unable to fulfill their duties on the board; applies to the city of New York, counties outside the city, towns and villages.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingEnsures tenant representation via designated alternates on rent boards, strengthening tenant protections in rent regulation - a core housing policy area.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Renters Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 503: Makes migrant youth under the age of 25 eligible to receive housing vouchers under the family homelessness and eviction prevention supplement ("FHEPS") program

Makes migrant youth under the age of 25 who are receiving runaway and homeless youth services eligible to receive housing vouchers under the family homelessness and eviction prevention supplement ("FHEPS") program.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingExpands housing voucher access for migrant youth experiencing homelessness, directly funding affordable housing assistance under FHEPS program.95% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationExpands housing assistance to migrant youth, directly providing immigrant services per indicators for support.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Homelessness Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 4446: Enacts the "shelter arrears eviction forestallment act"

Enacts the "shelter arrears eviction forestallment act" to provide emergency assistance for rent or mortgage arrears or other fees for the prevention of eviction.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill provides emergency assistance for rent/mortgage arrears to prevent eviction, directly protecting tenants and promoting housing stability.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Mortgages Renters Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Assembly May 14, 2026

A 8131: Provides that municipal broadband service companies are authorized to provide broadband service to tenants in multi-family housing

Provides that municipal broadband service companies are authorized to provide broadband service to tenants in multi-family housing; provides that landlords shall not interfere with the installation of such service, demand or accept payment for allowing the service on the property, or discriminate in rental charges between tenants who receive broadband service and those that don't.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill prevents landlords from discriminating against tenants regarding broadband access in housing, directly supporting tenant protections within housing policy.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill enables municipal broadband in multi-family housing, removing landlord barriers to expand internet access - directly advancing technology access policy95% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Tenant Rights Broadband Access

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in committee · New York · Senate Feb 4, 2026

S 912: Relates to the creation of a statewide residential rental registry

Relates to the creation of a statewide residential rental registry providing information relating to rental units including the number and types of code violations issued by the appropriate enforcement agency, and the number of findings of harassment currently on record with the code enforcement agencies.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingRegistry tracks code violations and harassment findings, enabling enforcement of tenant protections and transparency in rental housing compliance.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Renters Tenant Rights

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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

Sub-Topics Tenant Rights

in committee · New York · Senate Feb 3, 2026

S 5334: Amends the constitution to provide for an economic bill of rights for the citizens of the state

This bill proposes a constitutional amendment to guarantee six specific economic rights for all New York citizens, regardless of income. It would add a new section to the state constitution stating every citizen is entitled to: a living-wage job, quality healthcare, complete education, affordable housing, a clean environment, and a secure retirement. If passed, these rights would be enshrined in the state constitution, requiring future governments to prioritize them in policy decisions. The amendment is currently under review by the Judiciary Committee and awaiting further legislative action.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill explicitly guarantees 'clean environment' as a constitutional right, requiring policy prioritization of environmental protection.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill explicitly guarantees 'quality healthcare' as a constitutional right for all citizens, directly advancing healthcare access and protection per topic indicators.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingExplicitly guarantees affordable housing as a constitutional right, requiring future policies to prioritize it.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentGuarantees 'living-wage job' and 'secure retirement' as constitutional rights, directly advancing worker economic security and labor standards.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing Tenant Rights

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passed · New York · Assembly May 12, 2026

A 1563: Relates to information to be provided with all new and renewal leases for certain housing accommodations

Requires landlords of certain housing accommodations to include with all new and renewal leases, on any rent bills, including any electronic communication the informational material describing eligibility for and the benefits of the senior rent increase exemption program and the disability rent increase exemption program.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingRequires landlords to inform tenants about existing senior/disability rent exemption programs, enabling access to affordability protections without rent increases.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Renters Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 5235: Makes reclassification of rent controlled dwelling retroactive to time of decrease in income of members of household of dwelling

This bill allows tenants in rent-controlled apartments who received a tax abatement certificate to adjust their rent if household income drops by over 20%. It affects tenants with income decreases who hold valid tax abatement certificates. The key provision lets them apply to reset their rent to match the previous ratio of rent to income, with the adjustment made retroactive to the date the income decreased (but limited to the filing date of their last approved application). This ensures rent stays aligned with income changes without requiring new applications for retroactive relief.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill enables rent adjustments for income-decreased tenants in rent-controlled units, directly protecting tenant affordability and strengthening tenant rights during financial hardship.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Renters Tenant Rights

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