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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 3921: Establishes the reimaging excess New York state property act

Establishes the reimaging excess New York state property act; provides the reimaging excess New York state property authority shall purchase any abandoned, surplus or otherwise unused state-owned real property and reconstruct, renovate, replace, maintain, repair, enlarge, extend, operate, lease, as lessee or lessor, and/or regulate the repurposing of such properties.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill repurposes unused state properties for housing development, increasing supply without new construction.90% confidence

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 6684: Preserves the right to a jury trial for certain actions

This bill preserves the right to a jury trial for individuals filing human rights lawsuits under New York law that seek equitable relief (such as court orders or injunctions). It specifically ensures that people suing for discrimination in employment or housing - where they request non-monetary remedies - can still demand a jury trial, even if they initially filed a complaint with a human rights agency. The law amends existing procedures to prevent administrative processes from automatically waiving this constitutional right. It directly affects plaintiffs in discrimination cases who pursue equitable remedies through court. The change applies to both state and local human rights law actions.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingPreserves jury trial for housing discrimination lawsuits, strengthening enforcement of anti-discrimination protections in tenant rights.80% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentPreserves jury trial access for employment discrimination lawsuits seeking non-monetary remedies, strengthening legal recourse for workers under New York law.90% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 7106: Relates to a minority and women-owned business enterprise participation goal requirement in order to receive exemption of new multiple dwellings from local taxation

Relates to a minority and women-owned business enterprise participation goal requirement in order to receive exemption of new multiple dwellings from local taxation.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides tax exemption for qualifying minority/women-owned businesses, offering tax relief as part of diversity initiative, directly impacting tax policy.90% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill incentivizes new housing construction via tax exemptions for developers meeting minority/women-owned business participation goals, advancing housing development.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Incentives

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died · New York · Senate Jun 5, 2026

S 1457: Provides for adjustment of the maximum income threshold for eligibility for SCRIE, DRIE, SCHE and DHE by any increase in the consumer price index

Provides for adjustment of the maximum income threshold for eligibility for the senior citizen rent increase exemption (SCRIE), disability rent increase exemption (DRIE), senior citizen homeowners' exemption (SCHE), and disabled homeowners' exemption (DHE) by any increase in the consumer price index (CPI).

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAdjusts tax exemption thresholds to maintain eligibility amid inflation, preserving tax relief for seniors/disabled homeowners - a direct tax relief measure for lower-income groups.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingAdjusts income thresholds for housing exemptions (SCRIE/DRIE/SCHE/DHE) to CPI, maintaining affordability for seniors/disabled renters/homeowners. Directly supports tenant protections and affordable housing access.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Taxes Renters

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 7061: Establishes the temporary state commission on New York city property tax reform

Establishes the 13 member temporary state commission on New York city property tax reform to propose property tax reform for the city of New York that promotes fairness, clarity, and simplicity; that eliminates structural inequality and taxes similar properties similarly; that encourages the development and preservation of affordable and multifamily housing; that includes owner relief programs and an approach to transition that insures low- and moderate-income owners have affordable tax bills and that primary residents are not displaced from their homes; and that does not diminish revenue for the city of New York.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill establishes commission to reform NYC property tax for fairness, eliminates inequality, and provides relief to low/moderate-income owners. This aligns with tax relief and equitable tax system support.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill explicitly aims to promote affordable housing development through tax reform and owner relief for low-income residents, directly addressing housing affordability goals.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Property Development Property Taxes

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 5547: Extends the effectiveness of certain provisions dealing with tax exemptions for rent regulated properties occupied by certain persons

Extends the effectiveness of certain provisions dealing with tax exemptions for rent regulated properties occupied by senior citizens and persons with disabilities.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExtends tax exemptions for senior citizens/disabled renters, providing targeted tax relief to lower-income groups per Budget & Taxes indicators.92% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingExtends tax exemptions for rent-regulated properties occupied by seniors/disabled, preserving affordable housing access and tenant protections.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Renters

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 3164: Relates to permitting lessees the option to pay security deposits in installments

This bill allows tenants in New York to pay security deposits in up to six equal monthly installments for leases lasting one year or longer. Landlords cannot charge extra fees or interest for this payment option, and the installment terms must be clearly written into the rental agreement. The law requires the total deposit amount and each installment payment to be specified upfront in the contract. Violations by landlords could result in civil fines up to 15% of the annual rent.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingEnables installment security deposits for tenants, preventing extra fees and reducing upfront costs, directly strengthening tenant affordability and protection under housing policy.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Renters

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in committee · New York · Assembly Mar 16, 2026

A 1646: Extends the answer time when a major capital improvement rent increase has been filed to ninety days

This bill extends the time tenants have to respond to landlord applications for rent increases based on major building renovations, from 60 to 90 days. It directly affects tenants in New York City rent-stabilized buildings when landlords file such applications. The change modifies specific sections of the city's administrative code and rent control laws to update the response period. This provides tenants with more time to review proposed rent hikes before they take effect.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingExtends tenant response time from 60 to 90 days for rent increase applications, strengthening tenant protections in NYC rent-stabilized buildings.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Renters

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 5548: Relates to redetermination of a tax abatement for rent-controlled and rent regulated property occupied by senior citizens or persons with disabilities

Permits a redetermination of a tax abatement for rent-controlled and rent regulated property occupied by senior citizens or persons with disabilities upon a permanent decrease in income.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProvides tax relief via abatement redetermination for seniors/disabled with permanent income decrease, targeting lower-income groups.90% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill adjusts tax abatements for rent-controlled properties when tenant income decreases, maintaining affordability for seniors/disabled tenants in existing housing.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Incentives Property Taxes Renters

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 597: Includes additional community districts in which pilot programs to address the legalization or conversion of certain basement and cellar dwellings can be established by local law

Includes additional community districts in which pilot programs to address the legalization or conversion of certain basement and cellar dwellings can be established by local law.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill enables local pilot programs to legalize basement/cellar dwellings, increasing housing supply and affordability through expanded development opportunities.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Zoning

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