Housing

in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 7787: Excludes certain persons from the definition of occupant for the purposes of unlawful eviction

Excludes persons who, not having entered a lease or license for such dwelling with the rightful owner, enters into a dwelling unit, onto real property or otherwise settles on land or occupies real property without title, right, permission of the rightful owner, or payment of rent accepted by the rightful owner from the definition of "occupant" for the purposes of unlawful eviction.

Topics ✗ HousingOpposes HousingExcludes unauthorized occupants from eviction protections, weakening tenant safeguards by removing legal standing for non-tenants in housing disputes.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Renters Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 6398: Creates the New York Civil Gideon Act

This bill establishes the "New York Civil Gideon Act," creating a right to free legal representation in specific civil cases for low-income New Yorkers facing issues like housing, family disputes, and health access. It directly affects vulnerable residents whose unmet legal needs often lead to homelessness, disrupted education, or worsened health outcomes. Key mechanisms include forming an 11-member commission to oversee implementation, designating legal services providers as the "lead agency" for referrals and eligibility, and requiring courts to partner with these agencies to ensure meaningful access to justice. The bill aims to address systemic gaps where 80% of low-income New Yorkers' civil legal needs currently go unmet.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingProvides free legal aid for housing disputes, preventing homelessness and protecting tenants - directly advances housing access for vulnerable residents95% confidence

Sub-Topics Homelessness Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Assembly May 7, 2026

A 5959: Provides for direct-pay tax abatement credits for solar electric generating systems and electric energy storage systems in connection with eligible buildings

Provides for direct-pay tax abatement credits for solar electric generating systems and electric energy storage systems in connection with eligible buildings; provides such eligible properties shall include: 501(c)(3) corporations, associations, organizations or trusts and income-restricted affordable housing properties.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProvides tax abatement credits for solar systems in affordable housing and nonprofits, offering tax relief for lower-income housing and green energy initiatives.95% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyProvides tax credits for solar and storage systems, directly promoting renewable energy adoption and clean energy infrastructure investment.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentProvides tax credits for solar/energy storage systems, directly promoting clean energy adoption and reducing carbon emissions per bill's focus on renewable infrastructure.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill explicitly includes income-restricted affordable housing properties as eligible for tax abatement credits, directly funding affordable housing development.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Incentives Energy Storage Solar Affordable Housing Property Taxes

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 2220: Relates to implementing automatic enrollment for the tax abatement program for rent-controlled and rent-regulated property occupied by senior citizens

Implements automatic enrollment for the tax abatement program for rent-controlled and rent-regulated property occupied by senior citizens; provides for a check box for a taxpayer to opt-out of data sharing and automatic enrollment on their tax return.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProvides tax abatement (reduction) for seniors in rent-controlled housing, offering tax relief to lower-income seniors through automatic enrollment.90% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill automatically enrolls seniors in tax abatement for rent-controlled housing, reducing property tax burdens to maintain affordability and prevent rent increases.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Incentives Property Taxes Renters

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 4191: Establishes the bureau of the senior tenants' advocate in the state office for the aging

Establishes the bureau of the senior tenants' advocate within the state office for the aging; provides that the senior tenants' advocate shall assist senior citizen tenants in resolving complaints they may have with the New York state division of housing and community renewal, landlord disputes, rent increases, and other housing related matters; provides that the governor shall appoint the senior tenants' advocate.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill establishes senior tenants' advocate to resolve housing complaints, landlord disputes, and rent increases, directly strengthening tenant protections for seniors.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Renters Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Senate May 19, 2025

S 4579: Prohibits bank investments in bad faith landlords

Bill S 4579 aims to prohibit state-chartered banking institutions from providing financing or investments to landlords who have engaged in specific "bad faith" practices. These practices include, for instance, granting rent abatements due to housing code violations, repeated fraudulent acts, or tenant harassment within the past one to five years. An exception allows financing if the funds are used solely to cure or prevent immediately hazardous building or fire code violations. Landlords applying for financing must self-certify their eligibility, and false certifications can result in civil penalties. The bill directs the Superintendent to promulgate regulations and create a sample certification form to implement these requirements.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingProhibits bank financing for landlords with tenant harassment/code violations, strengthening tenant protections per bill's focus on 'bad faith' practices.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Renters Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 1539: Relates to information available pertaining to rental histories of rent-stabilized units through FOIL applications

Relates to information available pertaining to rental histories of rent stabilized units through FOIL applications by the NYS division of housing and community renewal.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill enables FOIL access to rental histories for rent-stabilized units, enhancing tenant transparency and protections under housing policy.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Renters Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 6096: Requires quarterly inspections of homeless shelters

This bill (A 6096) requires homeless shelters in New York State to undergo quarterly unannounced inspections. It directs the Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance to create rules mandating at least four annual inspections per shelter, with one inspection each quarter. The inspections will be conducted by the state department or local social services districts. The bill takes immediate effect upon enactment.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill mandates quarterly inspections of homeless shelters, addressing homelessness - a key housing policy component - without restricting housing access or development.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Homelessness

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signed · New York · Assembly Jun 26, 2025

A 8571: Relates to the powers of the New York state housing finance agency

This bill extends temporary provisions allowing the New York State Housing Finance Agency to issue bonds and provide financing for multi-family housing and mortgage programs until July 23, 2027. It maintains existing bond limits ($10.92 billion total, with $2.4 billion for mortgage programs) and sets income eligibility limits for borrowers at 125%-150% of federal standards. The agency can continue administering current housing programs, including neighborhood revitalization, under these extended terms. The changes directly affect the agency, housing developers, and low-to-moderate income residents seeking financed housing.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingExtends bond financing for multi-family housing and maintains income eligibility limits (125%-150% of federal standards), directly funding affordable housing programs without restrictions.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Community Development Housing Finance Mortgages

in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 6708: Relates to prevailing wage requirements applicable to construction projects performed under private contract; repealer

This bill updates rules for when construction projects must pay local prevailing wages. It applies to projects using at least 20% public funds (or $3 million/$5 million in public funds) for construction costs. Exemptions include single-family homes, small nonprofits, and certain affordable housing developments meeting specific affordability requirements. This affects contractors and developers working on qualifying projects funded in part by public money.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingExempts qualifying affordable housing developments from prevailing wage requirements, reducing construction costs and advancing affordable housing development.90% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill requires prevailing wages on public-funded construction projects, protecting workers' pay by ensuring fair compensation for labor on qualifying projects. Exemptions are limited and do not undermine core wage protections.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing

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