Bill > A02367

This bill amends the real property tax law to expand eligibility for the disability rent increase exemption by allowing other qualifying household members with disabilities to be considered for the exemption, even if they are not the head of household. The bill introduces new definitions to clarify key terms: a "head of household" can now be someone who is 62 or older, has a disability, or is the relative or legal guardian of a qualifying disabled household member. A "qualifying member of the household" is defined as a person with a disability who permanently resides in the dwelling unit but is not the head of household. The bill also defines "relative" broadly to include spouses, domestic partners, parents, grandparents, siblings, children, stepchildren, stepparents, and direct descendants of grandparents. This change aims to provide more flexibility in how households can qualify for rent increase exemptions, particularly for those with disabled family members who may not be the primary lease holder or head of household.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A2367