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NY A11490: Prohibits dynamic pricing, algorithm or automated pricing tools in the sale or rental of any residential dwelling unit

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Last verified Oct 23, 2026 · official bill text

A11490 · where it stands

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  1. Introduced In committee
  2. Passed first chamber
  3. Passed both chambers
  4. Enacted
  5. Effective
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In one paragraph

New York's A 11490 would add Real Property Law sections 442-m and 442-n. No landlord, real estate broker, salesperson or real estate platform could use a dynamic pricing system, algorithm or automated pricing tool for the listing, advertisement, sale or rental of a residential dwelling unit, and owners could not offer rental units on an online real estate auction platform in which they or a family member hold an ownership interest. Introduced May 28, 2026 by the Rules Committee (at the request of Assemblymember Rosenthal) and referred to the Housing Committee; not passed.

Plain-English summary, written with AI assistance. The official text controls.

What it means for business

None yet: the bill has not been enacted. If enacted, landlords, brokers and real estate platforms in New York could not use algorithmic pricing tools for residential sales or rentals.

Key provisions

  1. Section 442-m would prohibit landlords, real estate brokers, salespersons and real estate platforms from using a dynamic pricing system, algorithm or automated pricing tool in the listing, advertisement, sale or rental of a residential dwelling unit
  2. "Dynamic pricing" means automated or algorithmic adjustment of an asking, rental or listing price that fluctuates based on algorithms, including occupancy or vacancy rates, competitor pricing, demand, time-on-market or a prospective tenant's or buyer's personal data; uniform bona fide discounts are excluded
  3. Those who run live auctions would have to post a plain-language disclaimer that shill bidding is illegal under New York law
  4. Section 442-n would bar an owner, or an entity in which the owner holds an interest in an online real estate auction platform, from offering a rental unit on that platform, including where a family member holds an ownership interest
  5. Would take effect on the thirtieth day after it becomes law; the text sets no penalty
  6. Status: referred to the Housing Committee on May 28, 2026; not passed by either chamber

Latest legislative action

May 28, 2026. referred to housing

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Topics and industries

Related topics

Algorithmic Pricing

Affected industries

Real EstateHousingTechnology

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