Housing

in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 7670: Excludes veterans' disability benefits from probable aggregate annual income

Provides that, for purposes of veterans seeking to qualify for public housing, "probable aggregate annual income" shall not include disability benefits paid by federal government to veterans for service-connected disabilities; provides that such disability benefits shall not be included in computing any surcharge against such veterans.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingExcludes veterans' disability benefits from income calculation for public housing, increasing eligibility without reducing housing resources.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransExcludes federal disability benefits from income calculations for public housing, ensuring veterans aren't disqualified from housing due to these benefits.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Veteran Benefits Veteran Healthcare Veteran Housing

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passed · New York · Senate May 12, 2025

S 6739: Relates to obtaining jurisdiction over certain defendants in matters relating to a tenancy or lease

Standardizes the language across the relevant court acts to allow tenants statewide to sue in the county where the real property at issue is located in matters relating to a tenancy or lease; requires the Office of Court Administration to develop necessary forms, procedures and deliver a report.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill standardizes court procedures to allow tenants to sue in property county, strengthening tenant protections by reducing legal barriers for lease disputes.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Tenant Rights

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passed · New York · Senate Feb 3, 2026

S 240: Relates to unlawful tenancies under the emergency tenant protection act of 1974

Relates to unlawful tenancies under the emergency tenant protection act of 1974; prohibits owners from entering or renewing leases where such owner has reason to know that such tenant will not occupy the housing accommodation as the tenant's primary residence.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingProhibits lease renewals if tenants won't occupy as primary residence, strengthening tenant protection under existing law.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 4503: Expands eligibility for tax abatement for rent-controlled and rent regulated property occupied by persons with disabilities

Expands eligibility for tax abatement for rent-controlled and rent regulated property occupied by persons with disabilities to include individuals who do not meet the non-medical qualifications for SSDI and SSI but, by reason of the individual's disability, the individual is not able to engage in substantial gainful activity as that term is defined by the federal social security administration.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExpands tax abatement eligibility for properties housing disabled individuals, providing targeted tax relief to support affordable housing for vulnerable populations.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingExpands tax abatement for rent-regulated housing occupied by disabled tenants, strengthening tenant protections and affordability for a vulnerable group in existing regulated housing stock.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Incentives Property Taxes Renters

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in committee · New York · Senate Jun 1, 2026

S 4659: Relates to enacting the rent emergency stabilization for tenants act on local determinations of a housing emergency

Relates to enacting the rent emergency stabilization for tenants act on local determinations of a housing emergency; authorizes a city with a population of one million or more to declare an emergency as to any class of housing accommodations if the vacancy rate for the housing accommodations in such class within such municipality is not in excess of five percent and a declaration of emergency may be made as to all housing accommodations if the vacancy rate for the housing accommodations within such municipality is not in excess of five percent; authorizes other cities, towns and villages to declare a housing emergency after considering publicly available data and holding public hearings.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill authorizes cities to declare housing emergencies and implement rent stabilization for tenants when vacancy rates are low, directly protecting tenants from rent spikes during housing crises.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Renters Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 7571: Prohibits the adjustment of maximum allowable rent where any modification, increase or improvement is made to accommodate the needs of a disabled tenant

Prohibits the adjustment of maximum allowable rent where any modification, increase or improvement is made to accommodate the needs of a disabled tenant; defines disabled tenant.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingPrevents rent hikes for disability accommodations, protecting tenant rights without cost shift to disabled tenants.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Renters Tenant Rights Tags People with Disabilities

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 4884: Relates to discrimination against owners of specific breeds of dog

This bill prohibits housing discrimination based on dog breed, size, or weight. It prevents public housing authorities and landlords from denying occupancy, evicting tenants, or restricting leases solely because a tenant owns a specific dog breed. The law allows reasonable safety rules for all dogs (including dangerous dogs under existing law) but bans blanket breed restrictions. It applies to public housing projects and private rental properties, taking effect immediately upon passage.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingPrevents housing discrimination based on dog breed, protecting tenants from unfair lease restrictions in housing, aligning with tenant protection indicators.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 7597: Relates to unlawful eviction

Enacts the "protection against unfair section 8 evictions (P.A.U.S.E.) act"; provides that in any case of public assistance where the municipality or section 8 refuses to pay the required portion of rent under any state, local or federal subsidy program due to building code violations or violations of the warranty of habitability pursuant to section two hundred thirty-five-b of the real property law, the tenant or lawful occupant of a dwelling shall not be required to pay their share under any state, local or federal subsidy program and shall not be subject to eviction summary proceedings for non-payment of rent or supplemental rent.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill protects tenants from unfair evictions when Section 8 payments are withheld due to landlord violations, strengthening tenant rights in housing. Directly supports tenant protections under housing policy.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Building Codes Renters Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 5021: Enacts the New York state senior housing opportunities partnership act and establishes a state senior housing opportunities partnership authority

Enacts the New York state senior housing opportunities partnership act; establishes the New York state senior housing opportunities partnership authority; provides that such authority will finance or collaborate in the financing of senior housing opportunities facility projects.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingEstablishes authority to finance senior housing projects, directly funding affordable housing initiatives for seniors.95% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jun 2, 2026

A 7922: Establishes a community housing fund in the town of Rochester, county of Ulster

This bill establishes a community housing fund in Rochester to provide affordable housing opportunities for residents. It offers financial assistance (up to 50% of a home's purchase price) to first-time homebuyers who live in or work for the town and have household incomes at or below 100% of Ulster County's state-set low-income threshold. The fund can also be used to build, rehabilitate, or rent affordable housing units for eligible residents, financed through local taxes, grants, and other town revenues. An advisory board of community representatives will oversee the fund's operations and ensure compliance with affordability guidelines.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesUses local taxes to fund affordable housing program, advancing public service funding through dedicated fiscal allocation.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill creates community housing fund providing financial assistance (up to 50% home price) for low-income first-time buyers and funds affordable housing development/rehabilitation.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing Renters

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