New York State legislature Archives

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Domestic Violence Advocates Urge Hochul to Sign Bill That Would Expand Shelter Access for Single Survivors

Supporters of the legislation say the state’s funding policy for domestic violence shelters incentivizes the placement of families with children, making it harder for adults without kids to access the…

ByJeanmarie Evelly 0Comments

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Sep 2026

Climate and Environment Government Health Housing and Homelessness Opinion

Opinion: Legionnaires’ Disease is Preventable—With Comprehensive Water Management

“The bill follows policies and regulations in place in other states, and codifies recommendations from national experts. New Yorkers deserve to know the water they drink and use every day…

ByCordell Cleare 0Comments

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Aug 2026

Featured Government Homelessness Housing and Homelessness Land Use and Development NYCHA Politics

Albany Progressives Push ‘State of Yes’ Zoning Reforms, And What Else Happened This Week in Housing

A group of state lawmakers and advocates are rallying around a slate of 32 bills aimed at addressing New York’s housing shortage, including legislation that would require local towns and…

ByJeanmarie Evelly

ByPatrick Spauster 0Comments

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Jul 2026

Economy Featured Government Housing and Homelessness Labor Land Use and Development

City Storefronts Stay Empty, But Rent Won’t Come Down. Is Commercial Rent Control the Answer?

“Neighborhood businesses may want these spaces, but too often landlords keep storefronts vacant rather than lower rents to a level small businesses can actually afford,” said Irene Tung, senior director…

ByJeanmarie Evelly

ByPatrick Spauster 3Comments

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Jun 2026

Government Homelessness Housing and Homelessness

State Lawmakers Pass Bill Requiring Every Homeless Shelter in New York to Have Wi-Fi

Homeless New Yorkers and advocates say the legislation—which now heads to Gov. Kathy Hochul for final approval—will ensure people living in shelters have reliable internet service as they search for…

ByJeanmarie Evelly 1Comment

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Apr 2026

Government Health Homelessness Opinion

Opinion: Excise Taxes Can Help Fund Needed Addiction Treatment in NY

“Alcohol sales in New York generate $12 billion annually, yet currently contribute nothing directly to address the very problems alcohol can create.”

ByNathalia Fernández

ByAnn-Marie Foster 0Comments

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Apr 2026

Featured Government Housing and Homelessness In Depth Investigations Justice Politics

NY State Senator & Judiciary Chair Sepúlveda Was No-Show for Housing Court Clients

On at least four occasions, New York State Sen. Luis Sepúlveda, who also has a private law practice, failed to appear in court for tenants he was defending from eviction.…

ByPatrick Spauster 0Comments

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Apr 2026

Economy Education Government Housing and Homelessness Opinion Politics

Opinion: Corporate Democrats Who Refuse to Tax the Rich Are Protecting Their Donors. Vote Them Out.

“Now is the time for new leaders to fight for working people. A more affordable New York starts with changing who represents us in Albany and passing policies that unrig…

ByEon Huntley

ByDavid Orkin

ByChristian Celeste Tate 0Comments

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Apr 2026

Climate and Environment Government Health Housing and Homelessness Opinion

Opinion: Expanding the J-51 Tax Incentive is Key Co-ops Staying Affordable—And Becoming Sustainable

"By passing the expanded J-51 proposal in this year’s budget, the governor and legislature have a chance to help co-ops afford the energy upgrades mandated by Local Law 97, keep…

ByJen Robinson 0Comments

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Mar 2026

Government Housing and Homelessness Land Use and Development Opinion

Opinion: We’re Loving Mitchell-Lama to Death

“It is easy to romanticize Mitchell-Lama as it existed decades ago, when maintenance increases were rare and expensive infrastructure replacements were uncommon. But those memories reflect the realities of the…

ByToba Potosky 0Comments

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