Tenant Relief Priority: Supporters argue that with nearly one million rent-stabilized apartments affected, a freeze would provide crucial financial relief to struggling New Yorkers facing housing pressure.

Proven Policy Success: De Blasio's three rent freezes helped stabilized rents rise slower than inflation, showing the policy can work when properly implemented.

Economic Stimulus Effect: Housing advocates argue that keeping more money in tenants' pockets through rent freezes allows families to spend on local businesses and essential needs rather than covering increased housing costs.