Minimum standards for emergency congregate housing.
Introduced
Moved
Reached a final decision
Introduced Feb 12, 2026
Derived from the official record below.
Officially: “A Local Law to amend the New York city charter, in relation to minimum standards for emergency congregate housing” Read the full text
General Welfare
What it does
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 is
Introduced by Council · Feb 12, 2026
Referred to Comm by Council · Feb 12, 2026
Who decides next
This bill sits with the General Welfare committee. These members decide whether it ever reaches a vote; 99% of bills a committee approves become law.
Official documents
Summary of Int. No. 587
officialInt. No. 587
officialHearing Transcript - Stated Meeting 2-12-26
officialFebruary 12, 2026 - Stated Meeting Agenda
officialStraight from the Council record: fiscal impact statements, committee reports, and hearing transcripts as filed.
The numbers
13
sponsors on the bill
Sponsors
Shahana K. HanifAlexa AvilésPierina Ana SanchezTiffany L. CabánLincoln RestlerJennifer GutiérrezCarmen N. De La RosaShekar KrishnanPublic Advocate Jumaane WilliamsFarah N. LouisGale A. BrewerCrystal HudsonMercedes Narcisse
Every fact on this page links to its source, starting with the official bill record. Last action: Referred to Comm by Council (Feb 12, 2026).