Housing (Renters)

in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 5999: Enacts the New York state fair tenant credit reporting act

Enacts the New York state fair tenant credit reporting act to ensure that negative credit reporting by landlords can only occur under fair and transparent circumstances.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill protects tenant rights by preventing landlords from unfairly damaging tenant credit scores through transparent reporting requirements.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Renters Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 538: Establishes tenant eligibility for certain housing accommodations

Prohibits persons whose income is greater than one hundred twenty-five percent of the area median income from occupying certain housing accommodations.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingSets income cap at 125% AMI for housing, ensuring affordability for lower-income tenants and aligning with tenant protection policies.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing Renters Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 4120: Relates to protections for renters using certain housing subsidies or public assistance

Protects renters using a housing subsidy or voucher, or receiving public assistance from discrimination by the housing provider based on such renters' income or use of such housing subsidy, voucher or public assistance.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingProtects renters using housing subsidies from discrimination, directly advancing tenant protections and affordable housing access per bill summary.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Housing Finance Renters Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 3100: Relates to the right of tenant association to have the first option to purchase a housing unit

This bill gives tenant associations in assisted rental housing the right to be the first to purchase their building if the owner plans to convert it (e.g., stop offering affordable rents). To qualify, a tenant association must form with support from at least 60% of tenants and notify the owner and housing division. If a third party makes a "bona fide offer" to buy the building, the tenant association can match that offer or purchase it at the appraised value. The bill applies specifically to properties with federal, state, or city rent restrictions that keep housing affordable for low-income households.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingPreserves affordable housing by granting tenant associations first right to purchase their building, preventing conversion to non-affordable units.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing Renters Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 5245: Prohibits the use of credit checks for prospective tenants

Prohibits a landlord, lessor, sub-lessor, rental broker, real estate agent, or apartment rental clearinghouse from requesting from a potential lessee or a consumer reporting agency a consumer report for the purposes of evaluating a rental application; provides penalties for violations.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingProhibits credit checks in rental applications, preventing discrimination against low-income tenants and strengthening tenant protections per bill's explicit language.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Renters Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 4991: 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 HousingProhibits algorithmic rent setting, preventing potential unfair pricing and protecting tenants from deceptive practices under housing tenant protection policies.92% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyProhibits algorithmic rent setting, protecting tenants from deceptive tech-driven practices under consumer protection regulations.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Renters Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 3203: Relates to limited profit housing companies

Bill A 3203 extends rent stabilization protections to tenants in buildings previously regulated under New York's Mitchell-Lama housing program or federal Section 8 contracts when those programs end. It prevents sudden rent increases by setting the initial regulated rent at the amount paid 180 days before the law's effective date for affected units. This applies to properties owned by limited-profit housing companies that dissolved or exited federal rental assistance programs. The bill aims to maintain housing stability for tenants in these buildings, avoiding abrupt loss of regulated housing. It directly affects tenants and landlords in specific older buildings transitioning out of government-regulated programs.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingExtends rent stabilization to Mitchell-Lama/Section 8 tenants post-program, preventing sudden rent hikes and protecting tenant rights per bill summary.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Renters Tenant Rights

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failed · New York · Assembly May 21, 2026

A 6909: Relates to the placement of homeless shelters

Bill A 6909 requires all homeless shelters in New York City to be located at least 500 feet away from any transit facility, such as subway stations, bus stops, or train lines. This rule directly affects homeless shelters seeking to open or relocate within the city, as well as transit facilities like subway entrances or bus depots. The law defines "transit facility" broadly to include any infrastructure used for public passenger transportation, mail, or property transport. The policy change takes effect 90 days after the bill becomes law, applying specifically to NYC's administrative code.

Topics ✗ HousingOpposes HousingRestricts homeless shelter placement near transit, limiting development opportunities for housing solutions and increasing barriers to accessible shelter locations.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Homelessness Renters

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in committee · New York · Senate Jun 13, 2025

S 1163: Prohibits rent minimums in mortgages

This bill prohibits mortgage lenders from penalizing borrowers (mortgagors) for not setting high enough rental rates on properties securing a mortgage. It makes any mortgage clause that charges fees, causes default, or penalizes low rents void and unenforceable. The law applies immediately to all mortgages, including those issued, renewed, or modified before the bill's passage. It directly affects all homeowners with mortgages on rental properties by preventing lenders from leveraging rent levels to enforce loan terms.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingPrevents lenders from penalizing low rents, enabling lower rental rates and increasing affordability for tenants on mortgage-backed rental properties.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Renters Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 22, 2025

S 2697: 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 HousingProhibits algorithmic rent pricing, preventing potential unfair tenant exploitation and strengthening tenant protections under housing policy.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill prohibits algorithmic rent pricing, regulating tech use to prevent unfair practices and protect tenants - aligns with consumer protection regulation in tech applications.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Renters Tenant Rights

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