Housing (Tenant Rights)

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

Track

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

Track

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

Track

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

Track

in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 864: Caps the amount of collectible rent increases due to major capital improvements at six percent of the legal regulated rent

S 864 caps annual rent increases for major building improvements at 6% of the legal regulated rent for all tenants in regulated housing. Landlords can still raise rents for essential upgrades like roof repairs, energy efficiency work, or structural fixes, but yearly increases cannot exceed 6% of the current rent. This replaces a previous 2% annual limit for certain older improvement approvals (approved between 2012-2019). The bill directly affects landlords seeking rent hikes for building improvements and their tenants in regulated housing units.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill explicitly permits rent increases for 'energy efficiency work' as an allowable upgrade, enabling landlords to invest in such improvements within the 6% cap.92% confidence ✗ HousingOpposes HousingBill raises allowable rent increases from 2% to 6% for building improvements, weakening tenant protections against rent hikes.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Energy Efficiency Renters Tenant Rights

Track

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

Track

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

Track

in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 137: Relates to the establishment of an escrow account in any court which holds a special proceeding to recover real property

Requires any court which holds a special proceeding to recover real property to establish an escrow account where the tenant shall submit any owed rent into such account.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingRequires tenant rent payments via court escrow during property recovery, preventing wrongful eviction and protecting tenant rights in housing disputes.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Renters Tenant Rights

Track

in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 1497: Relates to the remediation and prevention of indoor mold

This bill establishes new standards for mold remediation and prevention in public housing and rental properties. It requires housing authorities to conduct visual inspections for moisture damage and mold sources, develop safe cleanup protocols meeting health standards, and create prevention plans for new construction. Landlords must provide prospective renters with written disclosure about any past mold issues and remediation efforts in the property. The law applies directly to public housing agencies, landlords, and tenants in covered properties, focusing on health protection through clear procedures and transparency.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingMandates mold inspections, disclosure, and prevention in housing, protecting tenants from health hazards and improving living conditions per tenant protection indicators.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Tenant Rights

Track