Housing (Tenant Rights)

in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 6702: Relates to representation in certain real property actions

This bill (A 6702) requires courts to assign legal counsel to homeowners who cannot afford representation in certain real property legal disputes, such as evictions or property disputes. It directly affects low-income homeowners facing these civil court cases. The key mechanism adds a new section to the real property law, mandating court-appointed lawyers and directing counties to implement this through their existing plans for legal representation (already used for criminal cases, family court, and other specific proceedings). The bill expands current county legal aid coverage to include these real property actions without creating new programs.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingProvides legal counsel to low-income homeowners in eviction/property disputes, strengthening tenant protections and housing stability for vulnerable residents.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 4885: Establishes a bill of rights for the unhoused

Establishes a bill of rights for the unhoused; provides that no person shall be denied certain rights because of a state of homelessness nor shall such persons be harassed, cited, fined, or arrested by law enforcement, security personnel, public employees, or private citizens for the exercise of certain rights; describes rights; provides for a bill of benefits of the unhoused for the free provision of a postal address and the right to juridical services to ensure protection from the violation of their protected rights; requires the office of temporary and disability assistance to create a pamphlet of such rights; makes related provisions.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticePrevents criminalization of homelessness by prohibiting arrests/fines for unhoused individuals, aligning with civil rights protection in criminal justice reform.90% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill protects unhoused individuals from harassment, fines, and arrests related to homelessness, directly advancing housing rights and addressing homelessness per topic description.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Homelessness Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 6480: 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 housing quality inspections for Section 8 housing upon tenant turnover, directly protecting tenant rights through enforced safety standards.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Senate Mar 2, 2026

S 1233: Requires landlords to ensure rental properties are equipped with utility services prior to renting such properties

Requires landlords to ensure rental properties are equipped with utility services prior to renting such properties; requires landlords to keep utility services connected in between tenants.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingRequires landlords to provide/maintain utilities, strengthening tenant protections in housing as defined by the topic.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Renters Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 2082: Relates to pension income and tax abatement for rent-controlled and rent regulated property occupied by senior citizens or persons with disabilities

This bill changes how property taxes are calculated for seniors and people with disabilities living in rent-controlled or rent-regulated housing. It allows their pension benefits (including Social Security, retirement payments, and disability benefits) to be counted as income for tax purposes, potentially lowering their property tax burden. The key mechanism revises income calculation rules to exclude gifts, inheritances, and certain pension increases tied to inflation, while including eligible benefits. To qualify, households must have an existing rent increase exemption order (granted before July 1, 2024) and the new calculation must show lower taxes than the previous method.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProvides property tax relief for seniors/disabled renters by counting pension income in tax calculations, lowering their burden per bill summary.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill lowers property tax burden for seniors/disabled in rent-controlled housing via pension income inclusion, strengthening tenant affordability protections.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Pensions Property Tax Tax Incentives Property Taxes Renters Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 9171: Increases transparency of source of income discrimination findings and rental application outcomes for voucher holders

Requires the division of human rights to report on its website findings of discriminatory practices relating to lawful sources of income; requires landlords of 6 or more residential units to report annually certain information relating to applicants who receive rental subsidies.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill mandates reporting on income source discrimination against voucher holders, strengthening tenant protections and addressing housing discrimination per topic indicators.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Assembly Feb 18, 2026

A 9112: Prohibits the use of credit history in the tenant screening process for applicants who are survivors of domestic violence

Provides that a landlord shall not request, obtain, or consider a consumer credit report or credit history for a prospective tenant who provides a written self-attestation that they are a victim of domestic violence, and shall not deny an application for rental housing on the basis of credit history when the applicant is a victim of domestic violence.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeProtects domestic violence survivors from housing discrimination, aligning with criminal justice reform goals of victim support and reducing barriers to stability.85% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingPrevents housing denial based on credit history for domestic violence survivors and subsidy recipients, strengthening tenant protections and increasing housing access for vulnerable groups.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Domestic Violence Landlords Renters Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 709: Revises proceedings to recover possession to prevent avoidable eviction and resulting homelessness; requires improved notice to the respondent

Revises proceedings to recover possession of premises located in a multiple dwelling; requires premises to be registered with the local agency responsible for code enforcement; requires petition shall be stated in plain language and include notice of the rights of the respondent and a statement of any outstanding code violations on the premises and whether rent payments from a public assistance office is being withheld therefor; provides civil penalties for willful misstatements on such petition.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingPrevents avoidable evictions and homelessness via clearer notice requirements, tenant rights protections, and civil penalties for false eviction petitions.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Building Codes Homelessness Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 4313: Tolls the four year statute of limitations look back period on rent overcharges where the owner of a housing accommodation acts in a wrongful or fraudulent manner

Tolls the four year statute of limitations look back period on rent overcharges where the owner of a housing accommodation acts in a wrongful or fraudulent manner.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingExtends tenant remedy window for fraudulent rent overcharges, strengthening tenant protection against landlord misconduct.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Renters Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 6363: Prohibits the use of a facial recognition system by a landlord on any residential premises

This bill makes it illegal for landlords in New York to use facial recognition systems or any data collected from them on residential properties, including apartments and homes. It directly affects all landlords managing residential buildings by banning the installation, access, or use of such technology. Violators face civil penalties up to $10,000, and tenants can sue for $1,000 per violation or actual damages, with the state attorney general also empowered to seek injunctions. The law applies immediately to all residential premises without exception.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingProhibits landlord use of facial recognition, enhancing tenant privacy protections in residential housing.95% confidence ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyBans facial recognition in residential properties, restricting a specific technology application for privacy protection95% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Tenant Rights Emerging Technology

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