Housing (Homelessness)

in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 4968: Relates to establishing a presumption of eligibility for housing and temporary shelter placement for those who lost employment due to a non-essential business shutdown

Relates to establishing a presumption of eligibility for housing and temporary shelter placement for those who lost employment due to a non-essential business shutdown.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingEstablishes presumption of eligibility for housing/shelter for job-loss victims due to shutdowns, directly advancing housing access for vulnerable populations.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Homelessness

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 136: Enacts the supportive housing modernization act

Establishes a five-year window for any entity participating in the New York state supportive housing program (NYSSHP) in good standing with such program to participate in a request for proposal to increase their contract rates up to ESSHI levels.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill increases funding for supportive housing program (NYSSHP), which provides housing with health services for vulnerable populations, improving health outcomes and access to care.85% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingIncreases funding for supportive housing program via higher contract rates, advancing affordable housing access for vulnerable populations.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Homelessness

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 5357: Caps the monthly maximum payment for hotel rooms to house homeless persons

Caps the monthly maximum payment for hotel rooms to house homeless persons based upon the New York city housing authority Section 8 voucher payment standards.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill caps hotel payments for homeless housing at Section 8 voucher standards, directly supporting affordable housing access for homeless individuals through cost-controlled funding.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Homelessness Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 2661: Includes senior citizens as vulnerable populations eligible for supportive housing

This bill amends New York's public health law to explicitly include senior citizens (defined as 62+ years old) as a vulnerable population eligible for supportive housing programs. It requires that funding and housing development initiatives specifically address the needs of seniors, with grant applications and allocations prioritizing accessible housing and services for this group. The policy change ensures seniors are formally recognized in eligibility criteria for housing support, directing state funds toward their housing stability and community-based services.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareAmends public health law to include seniors in housing programs addressing healthcare needs, directing funding toward accessible services for vulnerable population.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill explicitly includes seniors (62+) as vulnerable population eligible for supportive housing, requiring programs to prioritize accessible housing and services for them.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Public Health Homelessness Property Development

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 712: Prohibits the imposition of limits on the length of stay at homeless shelters and emergency congregate housing

This bill prohibits state agencies from setting time limits on stays at homeless shelters and emergency congregate housing (defined as shared facilities operated by state/local agencies or contractors where people stay over 96 hours). It requires agencies to allow individuals or families to remain in shelter unless there is imminent danger or the person requests a transfer. The law applies to all state-operated shelters and contracted providers, with the exception that residents must maintain eligibility for temporary housing assistance. It takes effect immediately and directly affects homeless individuals and families using these facilities.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill prohibits time limits in homeless shelters, allowing indefinite stays unless danger or transfer requested, directly supporting homeless housing access and protections.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Homelessness Tenant Rights

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passed · New York · Senate Apr 28, 2026

S 871: Establishes uniform waiting list priorities for domestic violence survivors applying for public housing

Bill S 871 establishes uniform waiting list priorities for domestic violence survivors applying for public housing. It requires local housing authorities to give these survivors the same priority as other vulnerable groups, such as the disabled, elderly, and homeless. To qualify, a survivor must either continue to face domestic violence in their current home or have left due to violence and not be living in standard permanent housing. For applicants with the same priority status, housing authorities will select based on the date and time their application was received.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingPrioritizes domestic violence survivors for public housing access, strengthening tenant protections and addressing homelessness for vulnerable groups.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Homelessness Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 4218: Relates to providing veterans' housing

Relates to providing veterans' housing; requires state agencies that provide shelter to homeless veterans to do so based on federal housing first principles without preconditions or barriers.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingRequires state agencies to provide homeless veterans' housing without barriers, directly addressing homelessness per housing topic indicators.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransMandates state agencies to provide veterans' housing without barriers, advancing access to housing services for homeless veterans.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Homelessness Veteran Employment Veteran Housing Veteran Mental Health

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 30, 2025

S 3937: Prohibits the imposition of limits on the length of stay at homeless shelters and emergency congregate housing

This bill prohibits state agencies from setting time limits for stays in homeless shelters and emergency congregate housing (shared facilities for over 96 hours). It directly affects homeless individuals and families using state-run or contracted shelters, requiring providers to allow continuous stays unless there's imminent danger or a voluntary move. The law mandates that residents maintain eligibility for temporary housing assistance under existing rules. It applies to all state and local agencies operating such facilities, with no exceptions for arbitrary time restrictions.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingProhibits time limits in homeless shelters, ensuring continuous housing access for vulnerable populations, directly advancing homelessness support95% confidence

Sub-Topics Homelessness Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Assembly Aug 12, 2026

A 745: Eliminates rent for homeless shelters; repealer

Relates to eliminating rent for homeless shelters; provides that a homeless individual or family applying for or receiving temporary housing assistance shall not be required to pay to any local or state government or agency or any provider, room and board or contribute any earned or unearned income, available benefits or resources to eliminate their need for temporary housing assistance or as a condition to receive temporary housing assistance from such provider.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingEliminates rent requirement for homeless shelters, directly advancing access to temporary housing without financial barriers for vulnerable populations.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Homelessness Renters

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 8913: Prohibits discrimination based upon housing status

This bill prohibits discrimination based on housing status, defined as lacking a fixed residence (including homelessness), living in shelters, or in transitional housing like temporary shelters or safe havens. It adds "housing status" to New York State's anti-discrimination laws, protecting individuals from bias in employment, housing, and public accommodations. The bill updates existing legal provisions to include this category and requires state agencies to enforce these protections. It also mandates that advisory councils and human rights plans address discrimination related to housing status.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill prohibits housing status discrimination (including homelessness/shelters), protecting tenant rights and addressing homelessness per anti-discrimination law updates.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill prohibits employment discrimination based on housing status (including homelessness), directly protecting workers' rights in hiring and workplace conditions per anti-discrimination law expansion.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Homelessness Tenant Rights

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