USA-NEW YORK/RENT

On June 25, people rallied outside the final public hearing and vote of New York City's Rent Guidelines Board regarding rent-stabilized apartments. The board decided to freeze rent on 1 million apartments for a period of up to two years. This action directly fulfills a campaign pledge made by the Mayor. The decision was finalized after the board conducted its official voting process and heard public testimony concerning the stabilization of housing costs within the city.