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Local law · Int 0587-2026

Minimum standards for emergency congregate housing

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A Local Law to amend the New York city charter, in relation to minimum standards for emergency congregate housing

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Latest action Feb 12, 2026

New York City Council

Sponsor

Shahana K. Hanif

Council Member, District 39 · Democratic

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Summary

This bill would establish minimum standards for emergency congregate housing in New York City, including at the Humanitarian Emergency Response and Relief Centers (HERRCs) established to address the increase of migrants in the City. Standards would mirror those that apply to shelters operated by the Department of Social Services including beds being at least three feet apart and at least 30 inches in width, toiletries and secure lockers being provided, a clean, well-maintained, working shower for every fifteen individuals, a clean, well maintained and working toilet and/or urinal and sink for every ten individuals, access to laundry facilities, meals and accommodations for dietary needs and restrictions, and various services and resources

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Where it stands

Assigned to a committee for review.

  1. Introduced
  2. In committee
  3. Up for a vote
  4. Passed one chamber
  5. Passed
  6. Enacted

Committee

Committee on General Welfare

Cosponsors

Alexa Avilés, Pierina Ana Sanchez and 10 others

Cosponsors in the order the New York City Council lists them.

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Full history

  1. Feb 12, 2026

    Introduced

    This Introduction was Introduced by Council

    NYC Council

  2. Feb 12, 2026

    Referred to committee

    This Introduction was Referred to Comm by Council to the Committee on General Welfare

    NYC Council