NY A09351

Creates a temporary state commission with eight members (appointed equally by senate president, senate minority leader, assembly speaker, and assembly minority leader) to study short-term rental properties in New York State.

Defines short-term residential rental property as residential homes or units leased on a daily or weekly basis not exceeding thirty consecutive days, excluding hotels and motels.

Requires the commission to investigate housing stock by geographic region, compare New York's policies with other states, analyze impacts on local economies and neighborhoods, and review existing state and local laws regulating short-term rentals.

Mandates the commission deliver a final report to the legislature and attorney general by December 13, 2026, including policy recommendations, model local law language for municipalities, and enforcement guidance.

Expires December 31, 2026, automatically repealing all provisions of the act.