In a significant move to address New York City's housing crisis, legislation was recently signed into law to extend rent regulations for another three years, in response to a vacancy rate of 1.41%—the lowest since 1968. This extension is crucial for protecting existing tenants amidst the dire housing shortage. Additionally, a separate piece of legislation was passed to honor former Council Member Paul A. Vallone by designating a Queens animal care facility in his name, recognizing his advocacy for animal welfare. Furthermore, a bill (H.B. 287) aimed at reforming Philadelphia's eviction process, sparked by the shooting of Angel Davis last summer, has successfully passed the House, marking progress in tenant rights.
NEW: @NYCMayor signed a bill that officially extends New York City's rent stabilization law for three years. This is a vital step that ensures working-class New Yorkers can continue calling our city home, but a reminder that more still needs to be done. https://t.co/yTFEV60E5W https://t.co/wC5QE8nu7u
NEW: Yesterday, @NYCMayor signed two important pieces of legislation: 1⃣Intro. 0001-B will honor public servant Paul Vallone by naming an ACC location in Queens after him 2⃣ Intro. 0653-A, sponsored by @CMPiSanchez, will extend NYC’s Rent Stabilization Law of 1969 for 3 years… https://t.co/gLZiTkQejc
NYC’s Rent Stabilization Laws Upheld by Supreme Court in Light of Affordable Housing Challenges Nationwide https://t.co/VhomOgQM6b #NYC #Court #RealEstate @EmpireReport https://t.co/ZeBEQ0CbH6
Today, @CMPiSanchez’s bill declaring an ongoing housing emergency to extend NYC’s Rent Stabilization Law was signed into law. NYC’s housing crisis is dire, with a vacancy rate of 1.41%—the lowest since 1968. Extending rent stabilization is critical to protect existing tenants. https://t.co/iwi3jpMCVo
Today, my bill was signed into law to designate @NYCACC's Queens facility as the “Paul A. Vallone Queens Animal Care Center.” Paul was a dear friend and passionate advocate for animal welfare, and we will continue to honor his legacy in Queens and this city that he loved so much. https://t.co/kdUDURDDDh
Today, legislation sponsored by @NYCSpeakerAdams was signed into law to designate @NYCACC's Queens facility as the “Paul A. Vallone Queens Animal Care Center,” in honor of the former Council Member. https://t.co/u7SgGcYGib
Today, legislation sponsored by @CMPiSanchez was signed into law, declaring an ongoing housing emergency to allow for the continuation of rent regulation to protect existing tenants. https://t.co/JcvcYkfrcM
Today, legislation sponsored by @NYCSpeakerAdams was signed into law to designate @ACCNYC's Queens facility as the “Paul A. Vallone Queens Animal Care Center,” in honor of the former Council Member. https://t.co/Hrxba2nBAv
Today, my bill was signed into law to designate @ACCNYC's Queens facility as the “Paul A. Vallone Queens Animal Care Center.” Paul was a dear friend and passionate advocate for animal welfare, and we will continue to honor his legacy in Queens and this city that he loved so much. https://t.co/v8puKpXfiH
Bill signed, rent regulations extended in New York City for another three years. https://t.co/UMY3i3tIKE
Last summer, when an eviction agent shot Angel Davis, I wrote a bill reforming Philly's reckless eviction process. Last week, I'm proud to share my bill (H.B. 287) finally went to the floor & PASSED the House! This is a major step forward in the fight for Philly tenants. https://t.co/sAwXWkHp6Y
“A recent New York City housing survey found that in 2023, only 1.4 percent of homes were available to rent, the lowest such number in more than 50 years. The vacancy rate was even lower for cheaper apartments.” https://t.co/5IPJd1LuyD