Legislative
Staying Engaged as the Mamdani Administration Launches its Transition Effort
New York’s housing ecosystem is at an inflection point. Affordability pressures, development bottlenecks, small-property owner challenges, regulatory changes, and aging housing stock are all converging at the same time.
Governor Hochul Signs Multiple Housing Bills
This legislation will make available an opt-in tax incentive to incentivize redevelopment of vacant or abandoned one-to-four family homes for use as affordable homeownership or rental housing.
HGAR Hosts Legislative Breakfast to Advance 2026 Priorities and Announce New Bronx Location
This year’s breakfast featured Kenny Burgos, former New York State Assembly Member and now CEO of the New York Apartment Association, as keynote speaker.
RPAC Luncheon Highlighted Need for Advocacy, Leadership and Action at HGAR Impact Conference
Mayor Patterson-Howard’s vision for Mount Vernon and beyond aligns closely with HGAR’s mission—to advocate for strong, vibrant communities where opportunity and homeownership are within reach for all.
Save the Date: NYC Election Debates Will Shape Housing’s Future
Just days after HGAR hosts its annual Legislative Breakfast on Oct. 6, voters, policymakers, and industry stakeholders will turn their attention to the NYC General Election Debate Series.
Policy Shifts Ahead: What Recent Elections and Rent Guidelines Vote Could Mean for NYC Real Estate
The NYC Rent Guidelines Board voted to approve rent increases of 3% for one-year leases and 4.5% for two-year leases on rent-stabilized apartments.
Rep. Lawler Balks at Senate Proposal to Cap SALT at $10,000
The House passed its version of the Big Beautiful bill on May 22 with a provision that would raise the SALT Cap to $40,000.
The Power of Your Vote
Early voting for the June 2025 primary elections runs from Friday, June 14 through Saturday, June 22. Primary Election Day is Tuesday, June 24.
HGAR’s Irene Guanill Inducted into NAR RPAC Hall of Fame
While she was immersed in association initiatives, it was her first trip to Albany as part of the association’s annual Lobby Day junket in 2016 that prompted her to contribute to RPAC.
NAR Approves Clarifying Changes to Code of Ethics Standard
The board action brings greater clarity to Standard of Practice 10-5, which prohibits members of NAR from harassing any person or persons based on race, color, religion, sex, disability, familial status, national origin, sexual orientation, or gender identity.
The Legislation on Everyone’s Mind: Tax Reform
NAR remains committed to advocating for provisions that expand opportunity, support homeownership, strengthen communities nationwide, and put the American dream within reach for more families.
HGAR Appoints Dr. Jermaine Meadows as Director of Government Affairs for the Bronx
Dr. Meadows will serve as a vital bridge between HGAR’s Realtor members and the elected officials and stakeholders shaping housing policy in the Bronx and New York City.