New York · 2025 Regular Session · Bill

S 871: Establishes uniform waiting list priorities for domestic violence survivors applying for public housing

Passed one chamber Last action April 28, 2026: REFERRED TO HOUSING

Plain-language summary

S 871 is a bill introduced in the New York Senate on January 8, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Establishes uniform waiting list priorities for domestic violence survivors applying for public housing. Primary sponsor: Jamaal Bailey (Democratic/Working Families). It lists 18 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (April 28, 2026): REFERRED TO HOUSING.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Jamaal Bailey (Democratic/Working Families). 18 co-sponsors.