Housing (Tenant Rights)

passed · New York · Senate Jun 12, 2025

S 7633: Relates to actions and proceedings seeking an abatement of rent based on violations of the housing maintenance code

Relates to actions and proceedings seeking an abatement of rent based on violations of the housing maintenance code, applicable housing standards, the building code, or the health code; relates to the number of housing judges assigned to certain actions.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill enables tenant rent abatement for housing code violations, strengthening tenant protections and enforcing housing maintenance standards.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Renters Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 2323: Directs the New York city housing authority to establish occupant protection plans for projects having lead paint

Directs the New York city housing authority to establish occupant protection plans for projects having lead paint and post and maintain signs in conspicuous locations at the affected projects.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingMandates lead paint protection plans and signage for tenants, directly strengthening tenant safety in housing projects per topic's tenant protection indicator.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 7184: Extends rent stabilization to units occupied by tenants of housing accommodations owned by charitable and non-profit institutions

Provides that certain charitable and non-profit institutions shall not have the right to refuse to renew a lease of any current or future tenant occupying housing accommodations owned by such institution except where specifically authorized by law.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill prohibits non-profit housing institutions from refusing lease renewals, strengthening tenant protections in affordable housing units.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Renters Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 6958: Enacts the New York fair housing act

Enacts the New York fair housing act to require municipalities to take affirmative steps to address the creation and maintenance of affordable housing.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingMandates municipalities to take affirmative steps for affordable housing creation/maintenance, directly advancing the topic per bill summary.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing Tenant Rights Zoning

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 6772: Establishes the New York state office of civil representation to provide access to legal services in eviction proceedings

Establishes the civil right to counsel in eviction proceedings in New York state; creates the New York state office of civil representation; requires that covered individuals be given notice of such right to counsel.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingEstablishes right to counsel in evictions, directly strengthening tenant protections against displacement per housing topic indicators.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Renters Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 4340: Creates the incentivizing habitability opportunity program

Creates the incentivizing habitability opportunity program; provides that each local social services district shall provide an incentive to owners who enter into a residential lease or rental agreement with an eligible household for a qualified dwelling unit in order to address homelessness and ensure appropriate habitability standards.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill creates incentives for landlords to lease to eligible households, directly addressing homelessness and enforcing habitability standards - advances affordable housing access.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Homelessness Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Assembly May 20, 2026

A 2729: Relates to requirements when landlords offer tenants the option of rent reporting

This bill (A 2729) requires landlords to offer tenants the option to have their rent payments reported to credit bureaus to improve their credit scores. Landlords must provide written notice at lease signing and annually, detailing the reporting terms, including a $5 monthly fee limit (if charged), and explaining how tenants can opt in or out (with a 6-month waiting period after opting out). It directly affects renters seeking to build credit and landlords who must follow specific disclosure rules. The law does not require reporting but mandates clear tenant consent and transparency about the service.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill enables tenant credit-building via rent reporting, strengthening tenant financial empowerment and rights without restricting housing options.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Renters Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 673: Establishes the housing people and animals together grant program

Establishes the housing people and animals together grant program to expand access for co-sheltering people experiencing homelessness and victims of domestic violence with companion animals.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingFunds co-sheltering grants for homeless individuals and domestic violence victims with pets, directly addressing homelessness through housing access.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Homelessness Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Assembly May 12, 2026

A 1640: Requires landlords to replace a lock on a tenant's door when requested by a victim of domestic violence

Requires landlords to replace a lock on a tenant's dwelling door within 24 hours of a request by a tenant who is a victim of domestic violence; provides civil penalties for violations in relation thereto.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeRequiring landlords to replace locks in domestic violence cases enhances victim safety, aligning with criminal justice reform goals of protecting civil rights and preventing re-victimization.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingRequires landlords to replace locks for domestic violence victims, strengthening tenant safety protections under housing tenant rights.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Domestic Violence Landlords Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 1507: Requires shelter allowances be set at up to one hundred percent of the fair market rent for the local social services district

This bill requires local social services districts to set shelter allowances at up to 100% of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development's (HUD) fair market rent (FMR) for a recipient's unit size in their district. It directly affects low-income housing recipients who receive shelter assistance through local social services districts. The key provision mandates that allowances cover the recipient's actual rent obligation, capped at HUD's current FMR for their specific area and unit size. This change ensures assistance aligns with local rental market rates rather than fixed or lower rates. The bill takes effect 30 days after enactment.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesMandates local districts to cover up to 100% of HUD FMR for shelter allowances, ensuring adequate funding for low-income housing assistance programs.92% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingMandates shelter allowances cover up to 100% of HUD's FMR, ensuring low-income recipients' rent obligations are met without excessive out-of-pocket costs.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing Renters Tenant Rights

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