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NY A04991: Prohibits the use of an algorithmic device by a landlord for the purpose of determining the amount of rent to charge a residential tenant; declares t… Verified

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Prohibits the use of an algorithmic device by a landlord for the purpose of determining the amount of rent to charge a residential tenant; declares that such use is an unfair or deceptive trade practice.

AI Summary

This bill prohibits landlords from using algorithmic devices to set residential rent amounts, declaring such use as an unfair or deceptive trade practice.

Business Impact

If you are a landlord in New York, you must stop using algorithmic devices for rent determination by the effective date or face penalties.

State
New York
Bill Number
A04991
Status
Introduced
Risk Level
Medium
Category
Comprehensive
Last Action
Jan 7, 2026
Last Verified
May 4, 2026
Data Updated
May 4, 2026
What do these statuses mean?
Introduced — Filed in the legislature; not yet heard in committee
In Committee — Assigned to and being reviewed by a legislative committee
Passed — Approved by one or both chambers; awaiting further action
Signed / Enacted — Signed into law by the governor; may or may not be in effect yet
Dead / Vetoed — Vetoed, failed to pass, or session expired without action
Unknown — Status data not yet available or awaiting classification

Affected Industries

Housing Property Management Real Estate

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What This Means

The proposed legislation in New York seeks to prohibit landlords from employing algorithmic devices to determine rent amounts for residential tenants, declaring it an unfair or deceptive trade practice.

Key Provisions

Latest Legislative Action

referred to housing

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Compliance Checklist

Cease the use of algorithmic devices for rent determination
Who: Landlords
Deadline: By the effective date of the law
Penalty: Subject to penalties under General Business Law

Related & Companion Bills

New York S09700 — Prohibits the use of an algorithmic device by a landlord fo… New York S02697 — Prohibits the use of an algorithmic device by a landlord fo… Illinois HB5871 — ALGORITHMICS PROHIBITED-RENT Illinois HB1427 — ALGORITHMICS PROHIBITED-RENT

Full Legal Analysis

The bill A04991 prohibits landlords from using algorithmic devices to determine the rent charged to residential tenants, declaring such use an unfair or deceptive trade practice. Landlords must comply with this prohibition upon the bill becoming law.

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