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NY A08312
Bill
Status
5/13/2025
Primary Sponsor
Amy Paulin
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AI Summary
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Establishes the right for domestic violence victims to request transfer to another dwelling unit owned by the same landlord within reasonable geographic proximity, with such requests prioritized over non-emergency transfers and new applicants
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Requires landlords to respond to relocation requests within 7 days, providing a list of available units and their fair market rent
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Prohibits landlords from charging additional application fees for transfers; equivalent units must be offered without extra security deposits or rent increases beyond standard allowable rent
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Protects tenants from retaliation for requesting relocation, including eviction, harassment, or denial of lease renewal
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Directs the commissioner to establish regulations for emergency transfers for domestic violence victims in public housing, with similar 7-day response requirements and fee protections
Legislative Description
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.
Last Action
referred to housing
1/7/2026