Housing

signed · New York · Senate Oct 16, 2025

S 952: Makes rent stabilized dwelling units eligible for certain protections

Requires that the entire amount of a rental deposit or advance be refundable to the tenant upon the tenant's vacating of the premises except for an amount lawfully retained for non-payment of rent or utilities, damage caused by the tenant, or storage costs; requires landlord to provide an itemized statement of damages and to return the balance of the deposit within 14 days; requires that tenant be given the opportunity to inspect the rental premises prior to signing a lease; allows a grantee or assignee of the leased premises to demand that an escrow account be opened.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingMandates full deposit refunds with itemized damages, requiring landlord accountability and tenant inspection rights - directly strengthens tenant protections in housing.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Renters Tenant Rights

in committee · New York · Assembly Apr 29, 2025

A 7773: Authorizes the state university of New York at Farmingdale to lease certain lands to the Farmingdale state development corporation

Authorizes the state university of New York at Farmingdale to lease 9.26 acres of underutilized lands to the Farmingdale state development corporation for the purpose of multi-purpose facilities to support housing needs and supporting amenities.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill explicitly authorizes land lease for housing facilities to support housing needs, directly advancing housing development as stated in summary.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Development

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in committee · New York · Senate Jun 10, 2025

S 7780: Relates to the tax exemption of a mutual redevelopment company

S 7780 would allow cities with a population of over one million to grant mutual redevelopment companies an additional 50 years of tax exemption, following the initial maximum period. The exemption requires that the company pays at least 5% of annual rent (minus utilities) for residential units or the taxes paid during 2000-2001, whichever is lower. This applies only to companies already operating under the existing tax exemption framework in large cities.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesExtends tax exemptions for redevelopment companies, reducing government tax revenue and weakening fiscal management through prolonged tax breaks.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingExtends tax exemptions for redevelopment companies with 5% rent payment requirement, incentivizing affordable housing development under existing framework.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Incentives Community Development Renters

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 8772: Establishes the disability access accountability commission

This bill establishes the Disability Access Accountability Commission (DAAC) in New York to monitor and enforce compliance with disability access laws across public and private spaces. The commission, made up of 14 members including disability advocates, experts, and private sector representatives, will operate an online portal for submitting accessibility complaints about businesses, public accommodations, or services like transit and housing. It will investigate complaints, conduct audits of public spaces, and impose penalties for non-compliance, while excluding exempt structures like historic sites or private homes. The commission must report annually to state leaders and will not handle disputes over exemption claims under the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingEnforces disability access compliance in housing, protecting tenant rights for disabled individuals as part of accessibility enforcement.90% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill creates commission to enforce disability access in transit services, directly enhancing public transportation accessibility and compliance with accessibility laws.90% confidence

Tags People with Disabilities

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 1781: Authorizes municipal corporations to grant partial exemption on real property owned by persons totally and permanently disabled

Provides that the current real property tax exemption for persons over 65 may also be extended to those persons who are totally and permanently disabled; requires that municipalities shall provide by local law that such exemptions shall be granted to either those 65 years of age or older or to those who are totally and permanently disabled, or to both categories of persons.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill extends property tax exemption to disabled persons, providing direct tax relief and aligning with fiscal responsibility indicators.90% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingExtends property tax exemption to disabled homeowners, increasing housing affordability for vulnerable residents.65% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Tax Incentives Property Taxes

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 787: Establishes the New York state first home grant program

Establishes the New York state first home grant program; directs the commissioner of homes and community renewal, in consultation with the state comptroller, to implement such program; provides assistance on behalf of a first time home buyer qualified for such program; and for costs in connection with the acquisition, involving an eligible mortgage loan, of an eligible home, including downpayment costs, closing costs, and costs to reduce the rates of interest on eligible mortgage loans; subsidies to make shared equity homes affordable to home buyers by discounting the price for which the home will be sold and to preserve the affordability of the home for subsequent home buyers; and pre-occupancy home modifications required to accommodate qualified home buyers or members of their household with disabilities; excludes the amount of any grant to any first time home buyer awarded or any federal first time home buyer grant program from taxable income for the purpose of calculating New York adjusted gross income.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill establishes state-funded grant program for first-time homebuyers, allocating budget resources to cover housing costs, aligning with funding essential programs.90% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingEstablishes state grant program for first-time homebuyers covering down payment/closing costs to increase affordable housing access.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Audits & Accountability Mortgages

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 1392: Requires the state to reimburse municipalities for loss of real property tax revenue resulting from establishment of community residential facilities

Requires the state to reimburse municipalities for loss of real property tax revenue resulting from the establishment of community residential facilities for the disabled.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill mandates state reimbursement for municipal tax revenue loss, increasing state spending to offset budget impacts from disabled facilities, aligning with fiscal responsibility and funding support.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingReimburses municipalities for lost taxes on disabled housing facilities, removing financial barriers to development of housing for vulnerable populations.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Revenue Property Taxes

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in committee · New York · Assembly May 13, 2025

A 8283: Makes technical changes to the aid to localities budget

Bill A 8283 makes technical amendments to the 2025 aid to localities budget. It establishes a new $90 million Underserved Communities and Civic Engagement Program. This program allocates funds from the General Fund to specific community nonprofit and civic organizations. These organizations are designated to provide various services, including community-based programming, crisis intervention, housing assistance, economic development, and healthcare in underserved communities.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllocates $90M from General Fund to Underserved Communities Program, funding essential services like housing and healthcare in underserved areas.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingAllocates $90M to fund housing assistance for underserved communities via designated nonprofits, directly advancing housing support.95% confidence

Sub-Topics State Budget Property Development

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in committee · New York · Senate Feb 10, 2026

S 3150: Establishes the New York state first home grant program

Establishes the New York state first home grant program; directs the commissioner of homes and community renewal, in consultation with the state comptroller, to implement such program; provides assistance on behalf of a first time home buyer qualified for such program; and for costs in connection with the acquisition, involving an eligible mortgage loan, of an eligible home, including downpayment costs, closing costs, and costs to reduce the rates of interest on eligible mortgage loans; subsidies to make shared equity homes affordable to home buyers by discounting the price for which the home will be sold and to preserve the affordability of the home for subsequent home buyers; and pre-occupancy home modifications required to accommodate qualified home buyers or members of their household with disabilities; excludes the amount of any grant to any first time home buyer awarded or any federal first time home buyer grant program from taxable income for the purpose of calculating New York adjusted gross income.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates state budget funds for first-time homebuyer grants, directly funding a program under government spending with no tax implications.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingProvides direct financial assistance for down payments and closing costs for first-time homebuyers, advancing affordable housing access through state funding.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Audits & Accountability Homeownership Mortgages

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 7415: Establishes a baby bond pilot program for foster youth; appropriation

This bill creates a New York City pilot program providing "baby bonds" (investment accounts) to foster youth aged 8-18 from low-income households with limited family support. It allocates $10.5 million for initial deposits ($1,000-$10,000 based on age group), $100 monthly deposits until age 25, and annual funding for financial counseling and program management. Participants can access funds at 25 for education, housing, or business development, with unused funds converting to retirement accounts by age 40. The program requires annual reporting on participants' academic and mental health outcomes.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllocates $10.5M for foster youth financial program, increasing state spending on social services per appropriation language.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationAllocates funds for education access via baby bonds program, explicitly permitting use for education at age 25 for foster youth.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill explicitly permits funds to be used for housing at age 25, supporting housing access for foster youth as a designated use of the program.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Development

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