S09652Introduced in the Senate
Relates to artist preferences in housing; provides that giving occupancy preference to individuals who are involved in artistic activities is not an unlawful discriminatory practice provided that such preference is implemented or authorized by an agency or the state of New York.
Introduced by Erik Bottcher, District 47
What does this bill do?
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Official description
Relates to artist preferences in housing; provides that giving occupancy preference to individuals who are involved in artistic activities is not an unlawful discriminatory practice provided that such preference is implemented or authorized by an agency or the state of New York.
Where it stands
DELIVERED TO ASSEMBLY
June 2, 2026
How did lawmakers vote?
SenateStage: Senate Rules Committee Vote · June 2, 2026
18
Yes
2
No
1
Absent or Not Voting
21 senators recorded in this Senate vote. Colors show vote categories only, not whether a vote was good or bad.
See how each senator voted
| Senator | District | Vote |
|---|---|---|
| Michael Gianaris | 12 | Yes |
| Leroy Comrie | 14 | Yes |
| Joseph Addabbo | 15 | Yes |
| John Liu | 16 | Yes |
| Zellnor Myrie | 20 | Yes |
| Kevin Parker | 21 | Absent |
| Andrew Lanza | 24 | No |
| Liz Krueger | 28 | Yes |
| Luis Sepulveda | 32 | Yes |
| Nathalia Fernandez | 34 | Yes |
Bill history
REFERRED TO CITIES 1
REPORTED AND COMMITTED TO HOUSING, CONSTRUCTION AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
COMMITTEE DISCHARGED AND COMMITTED TO RULES
ORDERED TO THIRD READING CAL.1565
PASSED SENATE
DELIVERED TO ASSEMBLY
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