Bill > S03563

This bill modifies the Real Property Tax Law to expand 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 the household. Specifically, the bill redefines "head of the household" to include individuals who are 62 years or older, have a disability, or are the relative or legal guardian of a qualifying disabled household member. The bill also introduces new definitions, including "qualifying member of the household" (a disabled person not the head of household who permanently resides in the dwelling) and "relative" (which encompasses a broad range of family relationships, including spouses, domestic partners, parents, grandparents, siblings, children, and direct descendants of grandparents). This change aims to provide more flexibility in how households can qualify for rent increase exemptions, recognizing that disabled individuals who are not the primary lease holder or head of household may still face financial challenges related to housing costs.

Budget and Finance, Health and Social Services

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S3563