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A9473 — NY, US

A9473 is an AI governance legislation from NY, currently committee. New York Assembly Bill A9473 seeks to prohibit landlords from using algorithmic devices to determine residential rent [1]. AIGI tracks 1 primary-source update on this bill; the most recent was published on 2024-03-14.

Status & timeline

Regulatory stage
committee
Bill status
In Assembly Committee
Authority / governing body
New York State Senate
Chamber
Assembly
Document type
legislation

Next deadline: No fixed deadline — currently in committee

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Full obligation matrix

ActorObligationDeadlineSource
deployerLandlords shall not use an algorithmic device to determine the amount of rent charged to a residential tenant.N/A (bill is proposed)

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Enforcement risk score

25
/ 100

Announced regulation; enforcement footprint still forming.

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Role-based compliance checklist

  • general_counsel Monitor the legislative progress of New York Assembly Bill A9473.
  • ceo Review current rent-setting methodologies to identify any reliance on algorithmic devices.
  • product_manager If using algorithmic tools for rent determination, begin contingency planning for alternative methods should A9473 be enacted.

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Vendor impact assessment

Vendor risk class
high
Procurement categories
other

Vendors providing rent pricing or property management software to landlords in New York must ensure their tools comply with this potential prohibition. Landlords relying on such vendors will need to verify compliance.

Sample vendor questions

  1. Does your rent pricing software utilize 'algorithmic devices' as defined in New York Assembly Bill A9473 for determining residential rent?
  2. How can your system be configured or adapted to ensure compliance with a prohibition on algorithmic rent determination?
  3. What processes do you have in place to help clients comply with emerging legislation regarding AI use in housing?
  4. Can your platform provide manual override capabilities or entirely non-algorithmic rent suggestions?

Intelligence briefs (1)

legislation In Assembly Committee 3/14/2024

NY A9473 Proposes Ban on Algorithmic Residential Rent Pricing

New York Assembly Bill A9473 seeks to prohibit landlords from using algorithmic devices to determine residential rent [1].

This development signals expanding regulatory scrutiny over AI use in housing and consumer protection, influencing deployer obligations.

Deadline: No fixed deadline — currently in committee

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Frequently asked questions

What is A9473?
New York Assembly Bill A9473 proposes to ban landlords from using algorithmic devices to set residential rent prices. The bill specifies that such use would be considered an unfair or deceptive trade practice [1]. Currently in the Assembly Housing Committee, this legislation aims to regulate the application of AI in real estate, potentially impacting property management practices statewide. Primary source →
Why does A9473 matter?
This development signals expanding regulatory scrutiny over AI use in housing and consumer protection, influencing deployer obligations. Primary source →
Who does A9473 affect?
Residential landlords and property management companies operating in New York State would be directly affected by this proposed prohibition. Considerations include AI systems used for dynamic pricing, market analysis, and tenant screening that inform rent setting. Businesses developing or providing algorithmic tools for residential rental pricing would also be in scope. Primary source →
What are the key dates for A9473?
No fixed deadline — currently in committee Primary source →
What is the current status of A9473?
As of the last published update, A9473 is at the "committee" stage, with bill status "In Assembly Committee". Primary source →
Where can I find the primary source for A9473?
The primary source for the most recent update is at https://legislation.nysenate.gov/bills/2023/A9473. AIGI publishes the full citation chain plus every approved brief on this bill. Primary source →

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