Housing

in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 4236: Relates to protecting the rights of Mitchell-Lama residents

S 4236 creates an independent office to handle tenant complaints about Mitchell-Lama housing issues, including harassment, unfair rent increases, poor maintenance, and lack of transparency in building conversions. It requires owners to provide verified financial records for building refinancing or conversions and mandates state comptroller approval for all rent increases based on documented financial reviews. The bill also guarantees legal support for tenants in housing court and directs courts to assign judges experienced with Mitchell-Lama regulations. These changes directly protect current and converted Mitchell-Lama residents from financial and operational abuses by landlords or management.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill creates tenant complaint office, mandates financial transparency for owners, requires comptroller approval for rent hikes, and guarantees legal support - all strengthening tenant protections in affordable Mitchell-Lama housing.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Mortgages Renters Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 7183: Increases the penalties for certain unlawful discriminatory practices based on the lawful source of income of the victim

Increases the penalties for housing related unlawful discriminatory practices based on the lawful source of income of the victim where the respondent receives federal, state or local tax benefits for the housing accommodation at issue.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingIncreases penalties for housing discrimination based on lawful income source, strengthening tenant protections against discriminatory practices.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 6778: Enacts the "accessory dwelling unit incentive act"

Enacts the "accessory dwelling unit incentive act" to establish the accessory dwelling unit forgivable loan program by the division of homes and community renewal; defines terms; makes related provisions.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingEstablishes forgivable loans for accessory dwelling units (ADUs), increasing housing supply and affordability through development incentives.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Zoning

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 4098: Establishes the first-generation homebuyer assistance program

Establishes the first-generation homebuyer assistance program to provide a zero-interest, forgivable loan award in the amount of up to $15,000 to first-generation homebuyers.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingProvides zero-interest forgivable loans up to $15k for first-time homebuyers, directly increasing affordable housing access through financial assistance.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Homeownership

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passed · New York · Senate Mar 19, 2026

S 2084: Relates to requiring municipalities to determine whether it is in the public interest to create and periodically update a comprehensive plan

Requires municipalities to determine whether it is in the public interest to create a comprehensive plan adapted to the special requirements of the municipality and to determine whether it is in the public interest to update such comprehensive plan at least once every ten years to ensure that such plan addresses housing needs.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingRequires municipalities to address housing needs in comprehensive planning updates, ensuring housing considerations are integrated into local development strategies.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Historic Preservation Land Use Zoning Tags Local Government

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 2023: Relates to a cap on security deposits for residential leases of one year or longer

This bill caps security deposits for residential leases of one year or longer at one month's rent. Landlords cannot charge more than this amount, and additional move-in fees (like pet fees or background checks) must be included within that limit - pet fees max at 25% of the total deposit, other fees at 10%. Most fees must be refundable to tenants, with pet-related fees only retained for cleaning or pet-caused damage after move-out. Violations carry civil fines up to 15% of the annual rent. The bill directly affects landlords and tenants in long-term residential leases.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingCaps security deposits at one month's rent and limits refundable fees, directly strengthening tenant protections and reducing financial barriers to housing.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Renters Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 6702: Relates to representation in certain real property actions

This bill (A 6702) requires courts to assign legal counsel to homeowners who cannot afford representation in certain real property legal disputes, such as evictions or property disputes. It directly affects low-income homeowners facing these civil court cases. The key mechanism adds a new section to the real property law, mandating court-appointed lawyers and directing counties to implement this through their existing plans for legal representation (already used for criminal cases, family court, and other specific proceedings). The bill expands current county legal aid coverage to include these real property actions without creating new programs.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingProvides legal counsel to low-income homeowners in eviction/property disputes, strengthening tenant protections and housing stability for vulnerable residents.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 4885: Establishes a bill of rights for the unhoused

Establishes a bill of rights for the unhoused; provides that no person shall be denied certain rights because of a state of homelessness nor shall such persons be harassed, cited, fined, or arrested by law enforcement, security personnel, public employees, or private citizens for the exercise of certain rights; describes rights; provides for a bill of benefits of the unhoused for the free provision of a postal address and the right to juridical services to ensure protection from the violation of their protected rights; requires the office of temporary and disability assistance to create a pamphlet of such rights; makes related provisions.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticePrevents criminalization of homelessness by prohibiting arrests/fines for unhoused individuals, aligning with civil rights protection in criminal justice reform.90% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill protects unhoused individuals from harassment, fines, and arrests related to homelessness, directly advancing housing rights and addressing homelessness per topic description.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Homelessness Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 6518: Establishes the public housing fund

Establishes the public housing fund to be used by the division of housing and community renewal to support existing public housing utilizing money from the real property transfer tax.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesUses real property transfer tax revenue to fund public housing, directly supporting state budget allocation for essential housing services95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill creates a public housing fund to support existing public housing using real property transfer tax, directly funding affordable housing programs.100% confidence

Sub-Topics Housing Finance

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 6480: Directs the commissioner of housing and community renewal to require certain housing quality standards inspections of Section 8 housing

Directs the commissioner of housing and community renewal to require housing quality standards inspections of Section 8 housing when a tenant moves out or vacates.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingMandates housing quality inspections for Section 8 housing upon tenant turnover, directly protecting tenant rights through enforced safety standards.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Tenant Rights

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