In one paragraph
New York's S 6471-A would add Real Property Law § 227-g making it unlawful for a landlord to use an automated housing decision making tool to screen applicants unless an independent disparate impact analysis is done at least annually. A summary of the latest analysis must be posted on the landlord's website and on listings, and applicants must get notice at least 24 hours before use. The Attorney General could sue to compel compliance. Referred to Investigations and Government Operations January 7, 2026; it has not passed either chamber.
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What it means for business
None yet: the bill is pending. If enacted, landlords using automated tenant-screening tools would need annual bias audits, public postings and advance notice to applicants.
Key provisions
- Landlords may not use an automated housing decision making tool (software that materially automates, substantially assists or replaces human housing decisions, including tools that issue scores, classifications or recommendations) unless the requirements are met
- Disparate impact analysis by an independent auditor at least annually, provided to the landlord
- Post a summary of the latest analysis and the tool's distribution date on the landlord's website before use and on any digital listing where the tool screens applicants
- Notify each applicant at least 24 hours before use of the tool, the characteristics used, data type, source and retention policy, and the reason for any denial; allow requests for an alternative process or accommodation
- Attorney General may investigate and sue to compel compliance or obtain other appropriate relief; no civil penalty amount or private right of action is stated
- Takes effect immediately; Assembly same-as A3125
Latest legislative action
Jan 7, 2026. referred to investigations and government operations
Sponsors (showing 5 of 29)
| Name | Role |
|---|---|
| FELDER | Primary |
| HOYLMAN | Primary |
| SAVINO | Primary |
| Zellnor Myrie D | Primary |
| Brad Hoylman-Sigal | Cosponsor |
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