Enacts the "Livable New York act" to fight back against climate change, provide additional affordable housing and provide employment opportunities.
The Livable New York act establishes a special fund to support housing development and energy efficiency initiatives. It includes provisions for energy efficiency upgrades in buildings, emissions limits, and a wage subsidy program for businesses hiring formerly incarcerated individuals. The act also aims to protect tenants by limiting rent increases and preventing evictions except in specific circumstances. Additionally, it mandates that incarcerated individuals be compensated at least the minimum wage for their labor. The act allocates three billion dollars to fund these initiatives.
Included in complete analysis
- Overview
- Core Provisions
- Implementation
- Impact
- Legal Framework
- Critical Issues
See what it does, who it affects, and the critical issues in plain language. Free, 30 seconds.