ALBANY, NY —
New York State Senator Andrew Gounardes joined faith leaders, housing advocates, and a diverse group of elected officials at the New York State Capitol in Albany on March 5, in support of the Faith-Based Affordable Housing Act (S7791/A8386). The event drew more than 100 New Yorkers from across the State. Introduced by Senator Gounardes and Assemblymember Brian Cunningham, the act aims to address New York’s acute housing crisis by enabling faith-based organizations (FBOs) to more easily develop affordable housing on their land.
The rally, which drew a diverse, interfaith crowd, from every corner of the state, highlighted the broad coalition of faith leaders and organizations driving advocacy for the bill—including over fifty organizations and religious leaders.
“New York has a severe affordable housing crisis, and our houses of worship are uniquely positioned to help,” said State Senator Andrew Gounardes. “The Faith-Based Affordable Housing Act is our commitment to meeting the urgent need to address New York’s housing crisis while respecting the unique character of communities across the state. By enabling religious institutions to develop affordable housing, we’re empowering them to serve New York’s most vulnerable while ensuring their own financial stability, too.”
