Housing (Tenant Rights)

in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 1086: Establishes protection for senior citizens against unwarranted eviction

Establishes protection for senior citizens against unwarranted eviction; requires plaintiff/landlord to file an affidavit determining whether or not the respondent is a senior citizen and sets forth guidelines and procedures for a default eviction against a senior citizen, including representation of counsel; defines senior citizen as persons aged 62 or over for purposes of the real property actions and proceedings law.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingProtects senior tenants (62+) from unwarranted eviction via affidavit requirements and legal counsel mandates, strengthening tenant rights under housing law.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 6261: Prohibits the adjustment of maximum allowable rent where any modification, increase or improvement is made to accommodate the needs of a disabled tenant

Prohibits the adjustment of maximum allowable rent where any modification, increase or improvement is made to accommodate the needs of a disabled tenant; defines disabled tenant.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingProhibits rent increases for disability accommodations, directly protecting tenant rights under housing policies.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Renters Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Senate May 19, 2026

S 1557: Enacts the "tenants organizing act"

Enacts the "tenants organizing act"; allows tenants' groups, committees or other tenants' organizations to invite outside guests or visitors including elected officials, services providers, housing lawyers, etc. without being required to pay fees; defines "tenants' organization"; provides for activities that tenants' organizations can take part in; provides for the manner in how a tenants' organization is established.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill enables tenant organizing without fees, strengthening tenant advocacy and protections per defined activities.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 7705: Provides for the de-regulation of rent-stabilized housing accommodations

Relates to the de-regulation of rent-stabilized housing accommodations; eliminates rent regulation for any regulated housing accommodation that becomes vacant on or after June 16, 2026; makes exceptions.

Topics ✗ HousingOpposes HousingEliminates rent regulation for vacant units post-2026, weakening tenant protections by removing price controls on housing.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Renters Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 6062: Directs the commissioner of housing and community renewal to require certain housing quality standards inspections of Section 8 housing

Directs the commissioner of housing and community renewal to require housing quality standards inspections of Section 8 housing when a tenant moves out or vacates.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingMandates quality inspections for Section 8 housing upon tenant move-out, ensuring safe living conditions for low-income tenants and upholding program standards.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 7002: Prohibiting or limiting certain tax exemptions for real property in instances where a pattern or practice of discrimination against occupants has been found

Prohibits or limits certain tax exemptions for real property in instances where a pattern or practice of discrimination against occupants has been found based on such occupants' lawful source of income.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill restricts tax exemptions tied to discriminatory practices, closing a loophole that could reduce tax revenue while promoting fair fiscal policy.90% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill directly combats housing discrimination by limiting tax exemptions for properties with discriminatory practices based on lawful income source, strengthening tenant protections.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Taxes Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 168: 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 eligibility under FHEPS to migrant youth under 25 experiencing homelessness, directly increasing affordable housing access for vulnerable populations.95% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationThe bill makes 'migrant youth' eligible for housing vouchers, which directly provides a service to immigrants and supports their integration.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Homelessness Tenant Rights DACA & Dreamers Driver Licenses & IDs Immigrant Services

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 7830: Relates to the rental assistance payment standard pilot program

Establishes the rental assistance payment standard pilot program where the owner of a housing accommodation shall be entitled to charge and collect a rent equal to the maximum amount that the rental assistance program prescribes for like housing accommodations, subject to rent reasonableness calculations.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingEstablishes rental assistance payment standard to ensure rent reasonableness, protecting tenants from excessive charges in subsidized housing programs.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Renters Tenant Rights

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died · New York · Senate Mar 18, 2026

S 3886: Protects tenants displaced due to fire

Provides that any tenant who is evicted or otherwise removed from a dwelling unit as a result of a vacate order issued by any governmental agency or department due to fire shall be entitled to a suitable accommodation; defines suitable accommodation; makes related provisions.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill mandates suitable accommodation for tenants displaced by fire-related evacuations, directly strengthening tenant protections per housing topic indicators.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 4334: Requires rent reduction in cases of submetered utility service

Requires rent reduction in cases of submetered utility service; directs the division of housing and community renewal to develop a standard reduction and an appeals process.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingRequires rent reduction for submetered utilities, directly protecting tenants from overcharges and advancing tenant rights in housing affordability.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Renters Tenant Rights

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