Housing

in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 6363: Prohibits the use of a facial recognition system by a landlord on any residential premises

This bill makes it illegal for landlords in New York to use facial recognition systems or any data collected from them on residential properties, including apartments and homes. It directly affects all landlords managing residential buildings by banning the installation, access, or use of such technology. Violators face civil penalties up to $10,000, and tenants can sue for $1,000 per violation or actual damages, with the state attorney general also empowered to seek injunctions. The law applies immediately to all residential premises without exception.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingProhibits landlord use of facial recognition, enhancing tenant privacy protections in residential housing.95% confidence ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyBans facial recognition in residential properties, restricting a specific technology application for privacy protection95% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Tenant Rights Emerging Technology

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 1498: Removes provisions prohibiting N.Y. city from strengthening rent regulation laws to provide more comprehensive coverage than state laws

Removes provisions that prohibit cities of one million or more from strengthening rent regulation laws to provide more comprehensive coverage than state laws.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingRemoves state restrictions, enabling cities to implement stricter rent regulations and enhance tenant protections beyond state minimums.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Renters Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 1642: Requires the replacement of certain rent stabilized housing accommodations

Requires rent stabilized housing accommodations lost or destroyed due to fire, natural disaster, act of God, act of war or eminent domain, to be replaced in any succeeding construction on the same parcel.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingRequiring replacement of rent-stabilized units after loss preserves tenant protections and affordable housing stock, directly advancing housing stability.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Renters

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 4669: Establishes the New York state office of civil representation to provide access to legal services in eviction proceedings

Establishes the civil right to counsel in eviction proceedings in New York state; creates the New York state office of civil representation; requires that covered individuals be given notice of such right to counsel.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingEstablishes right to counsel in eviction proceedings, directly strengthening tenant protections in housing disputes95% confidence

Sub-Topics Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 7903: Enacts the safe housing transfer for domestic violence victims act

Enacts the safe housing transfer for domestic violence victims act; ensures safe housing transfers for domestic violence victims in public and private housing; requires landlord response within seven days of a relocation request.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeEnsures housing safety for domestic violence victims, protecting civil rights and supporting victim access to justice within criminal justice system.85% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill mandates landlords respond within 7 days to domestic violence victim relocation requests, strengthening tenant protections in housing.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Domestic Violence Landlords Tenant Rights

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 5633: Relates to the definition of construction contracts

Removes residential dwelling units that must be affordable to residents at a specific income level from the definition of "construction contracts" for the purposes of certain provisions of the General Business Law.

Topics ✗ HousingOpposes HousingRemoves affordable housing units from construction contract definition, weakening affordability requirements and opposing housing policy goals.90% confidence ✗ Labor & EmploymentOpposes Labor & EmploymentBill removes affordable housing projects from 'construction contracts' definition, likely exempting them from labor protections (e.g., prevailing wage) that apply to such contracts, weakening worker protections.80% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing

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in committee · New York · Assembly Apr 16, 2026

A 9255: Establishes the build up New York pilot program and the mass timber for affordable housing program to encourage the use of mass timber in affordable housing retrofits and additions

Establishes the build up New York pilot program to provide grants to eligible municipalities that construct new accessory dwelling unit housing projects built on top of existing buildings that utilize mass timber and serve certain households; establishes the mass timber for affordable housing program to provide tax credits for eligible taxpayers who use mass timber in certain new construction or major retrofits of existing buildings that primarily serve households up to one hundred fifty percent of the area median income; establishes tax credits for mass timber production.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProvides tax credits for mass timber housing projects and grants for municipal affordable housing initiatives, advancing fiscal support for housing affordability.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill creates grant and tax credit programs specifically for affordable housing retrofits, additions, and new construction using mass timber, directly funding and advancing affordable housing development.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing Zoning

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in committee · New York · Assembly Mar 26, 2026

A 1621: Requires a landlord to have clean hands to bring action for rent or eviction in certain cases

This bill requires landlords to maintain habitable housing conditions before pursuing rent collection or eviction. Specifically, landlords cannot file such cases if there are unresolved violations of housing codes (like lack of heat, water, or rodent infestations) that have existed for five days or more in the apartment or building common areas. If violations exist, landlords must file an affidavit claiming the violations were recorded incorrectly or not addressed by authorities, and courts can dismiss the case if these claims are false or violations are proven. The law directly affects landlords seeking legal action and tenants facing eviction or rent demands.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill mandates habitable housing before eviction/revenue actions, directly protecting tenants from unsafe conditions and strengthening tenant rights per topic description.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Renters Tenant Rights

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passed · New York · Senate Jun 12, 2025

R 1238: Sets forth an itemized list of grantees for the 2024-25 state fiscal year for services and expenses of senate priorities for housing initiatives

Senate Resolution R 1238 amends a prior resolution to establish a required process for allocating $200,000 in state funds for housing initiatives during the 2024-25 fiscal year. It mandates that funds be distributed only after an itemized list of grantees (including specific organizations like Ali Forney Center and Broadway Housing Communities Inc.) and their allocated amounts is approved by the Senate's temporary president, budget director, and a majority vote of all elected senators. This procedural resolution directly affects the listed organizations by confirming their receipt of designated funding amounts, with no new policy changes to housing programs.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllocates $200k for housing initiatives via structured approval process, funding essential public services per budget allocation requirements.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingAllocates $200,000 for housing initiatives via specific grantees (Ali Forney Center, Broadway Housing Communities Inc.), mandating Senate approval for fund distribution to advance housing programs.90% confidence

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passed · New York · Senate Jun 12, 2025

R 1246: Establishes a plan setting forth an itemized list of grantees for a certain appropriation for the 2025-2026 state fiscal year for services and expenses of senate priorities for housing initiatives

Senate Resolution 1246 requires the Senate to approve a detailed spending plan before allocating $315,000 in state funds for housing initiatives during the 2025-2026 fiscal year. It mandates that the plan - approved by the Senate President and Budget Director - must list specific grantees and exact funding amounts, rather than using a general allocation method. The resolution directly affects 10 housing organizations, including Neighborhood Housing Services of Brooklyn and West Bronx Housing Center, which are each allocated specific sums (e.g., $100,000 for West Bronx Housing Center). This process ensures Senate oversight through a majority vote on a formal resolution before funds are disbursed.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates $315k for housing initiatives via detailed grantee list, requiring Senate approval of specific funding amounts, strengthening fiscal accountability for public services.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingAllocates $315,000 for housing initiatives via specific grantees, directly funding housing programs as required by Senate Resolution 1246.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations

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