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NY A10259
Bill
Status
2/12/2026
Primary Sponsor
Michael Cashman
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AI Summary
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Creates the Rural Housing Workforce Corps as a two-year pilot program to address housing shortages in rural New York by training 8-12 corps members annually in residential construction and rehabilitation skills
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Prioritizes deployment in North Country counties: Clinton, Essex, Franklin, Hamilton, Jefferson, Lewis, and St. Lawrence
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Corps members receive living allowances during service and educational/training stipends upon completion; they are not considered state employees and may receive free on-campus housing at SUNY institutions
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Targets construction or substantial rehabilitation of 8-12 housing units over the pilot period, with participating developers responsible for land acquisition, financing, permits, and long-term ownership
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Appropriates $500,000 for the program and waives state sales/use taxes on construction materials for certified corps projects; requires a comprehensive report within six months of pilot completion
Legislative Description
Establishes the rural housing workforce corps to address rural housing shortages by expanding construction capacity, training a local workforce, and supporting the development of modest, year round housing units in rural New York state.
Last Action
referred to housing
2/12/2026