Housing

in committee · New York · Assembly Feb 3, 2026

A 9499: Requires the modification of restrictive covenants prior to the sale of real property

Requires the modification of restrictive covenants prior to the sale of real property when covenants, conditions and restrictions exist which discriminate on the basis of a protected class in violation of state or federal law.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill mandates removal of discriminatory restrictive covenants, preventing housing discrimination and advancing fair access to housing markets.95% confidence

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in committee · New York · Senate Apr 20, 2026

S 8675: Enacts the CareForce first-time homebuyers act

Establishes the CareForce first-time homebuyers program under which certain first-time homebuyers may receive below-market mortgage financing and forgivable down payment assistance.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingProvides below-market mortgages and forgivable down payment assistance for first-time homebuyers, directly increasing affordable housing access.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing Homeownership Housing Finance

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 8653: Creates a vacant property classification

Creates a vacant property classification for vacant and blighted properties; allows for cities with a population of one million or more to levy an additional real property tax on vacant and blighted properties with funds raised from such taxes being used to address homelessness.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCreates new property tax on vacant properties to fund homelessness programs, directly advancing public service funding through targeted taxation.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingLevies tax on vacant/blighted properties to fund homelessness initiatives, directly addressing housing needs.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Historic Preservation Homelessness Property Taxes

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 20, 2026

A 9448: Relates to a real property tax exemption for veterans with a one hundred percent service connected disability

This bill creates a new property tax exemption for veterans who are 100% disabled due to military service. It directly affects veterans with an honorable discharge, a VA-rated 100% service-connected disability, and who either receive VA benefits or use those benefits for housing modifications. The exemption applies to their primary residence, removing property taxes and related charges, while ensuring the exemption doesn't reduce tax assessments below zero. It does not replace existing veteran tax exemptions but adds this new benefit.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCreates property tax exemption for veterans, providing direct tax relief under taxation policy without reducing assessments below zero.90% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingProvides property tax exemption for veterans' primary residence, reducing housing costs for a specific vulnerable group, aligning with affordable housing goals.85% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransCreates property tax exemption for 100% disabled veterans' primary residence, reducing financial burden and directly expanding benefits for eligible veterans.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Tax Incentives Property Taxes Veteran Healthcare Veteran Housing

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 8698: Relates to capital improvement costs pursuant to which a manufactured home park may increase rent above three percent

Defines the types of capital improvement costs pursuant to which a manufactured home park may increase rent above three percent over the previous rent price.

Topics ✗ HousingOpposes HousingBill permits rent increases above 3% for manufactured home parks via defined capital improvements, weakening tenant protection against rent hikes.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Renters

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 9, 2026

S 8857: Relates to creating the tenants' bill of rights

Requires a notice informing tenants of their rights to be provided to tenants at the time they execute a residential lease and to be posted in certain buildings.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingRequires tenant rights notices at lease signing and posting, directly strengthening tenant protections per housing topic indicators.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Renters Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 30, 2026

S 9086: Relates to service animals and emotional support animals

Distinguishes the terms "service animal" and "emotional support animal"; provides that persons with a disability shall be entitled to reasonable housing accommodations for a service animal or emotional support animal, provided that they obtain documentation from a qualified practitioner; provides that certain privileges are restricted to persons with a service animal; provides that a person who fraudulently obtains documentation for a reasonable housing accommodation shall be guilty of a misdemeanor and subject to a fine and community service.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareRequires qualified practitioner documentation for ESA housing accommodations, linking to mental health support services and protecting access for disability-related needs.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill mandates reasonable housing accommodations for service/emotional support animals, preventing disability-based housing discrimination and protecting tenant rights as defined in the topic.95% confidence

Tags People with Disabilities

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 21, 2026

A 9652: Extends the authority for the town of Brookhaven to impose a real estate transfer tax with revenues therefrom to be deposited into a community preservation fund

Extends the authority for the town of Brookhaven to impose a real estate transfer tax with revenues therefrom to be deposited into a community preservation fund until 2045.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExtends real estate transfer tax authority to fund community preservation, aligning with fiscal responsibility and public service funding goals.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingExtends real estate transfer tax to fund community preservation, which typically supports affordable housing preservation and development initiatives.95% confidence

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signed · New York · Senate Feb 13, 2026

S 8760: Requires the modification of restrictive covenants prior to the sale of real property

Requires the modification of restrictive covenants prior to the sale of real property when covenants, conditions and restrictions exist which discriminate on the basis of a protected class in violation of state or federal law.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingPrevents housing discrimination by requiring modification of discriminatory covenants, advancing fair housing protections under anti-discrimination laws.95% confidence

in committee · New York · Assembly Mar 3, 2026

A 9595: Enacts the employer-assisted housing matching grant act

Creates an employer-assisted housing match grant program under which certain nonprofit employees may be eligible for a state match for certain employer-provided funds for housing costs.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingEstablishes employer-assisted housing matching grants for nonprofits to fund housing programs, advancing affordable housing initiatives through direct funding.95% confidence

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