City Hall has refused to implement a package of bills passed by the Council in 2023, aiming to expand CityFHEPS eligibility. An appeals court ruled that Mayor Eric Adams' administration must follow these laws, which would provide rental subsidies to income-eligible households facing eviction. The Legal Aid Society, which represented those impacted, highlighted the importance of the ruling for housing accessibility. Initially vetoed by the Mayor due to cost concerns, the Council overrode this veto, but City Hall's noncompliance has delayed support for many New Yorkers in need.
"Today's unanimous appellate decision is a critical moment for thousands of New Yorkers struggling with housing insecurity. At a time when affordability remains one of the most pressing challenges in New York City, this decision marks a significant step toward a housing system that is accessible and fair for all."
"The ruling compels Mayor Eric Adams' administration to implement the laws passed by the City Council to expand eligibility for the city's rental subsidy program, overturning a prior decision favoring City Hall's stall tactics."
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