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Airbnb launches Super PAC to back pro ‘short-term rental’ candidates in New York

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Last updated: January 14, 2025 1:44 am
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Airbnb, the popular online rental company, has recently made a bold move by launching a Super PAC with plans to spend $5 million on city and state candidates who support short-term rentals. The political arm, known as “Keeping New York Affordable,” aims to back candidates in numerous City Council primaries this June.

This strategic move by Airbnb comes in response to the strict regulations imposed on home-sharing in 2023 by the City Council. The law, which required hosts to be present when guests were in their home, had a devastating impact on the short-term rental industry, forcing Airbnb to remove tens of thousands of rentals from its platform and causing traditional hotel rates to skyrocket.

To combat these challenges, Airbnb is turning to politics to advocate for the rights of small, neighborhood homeowners to engage in short-term rentals. The company is supporting a new bill introduced by Council Member Farah Louis and backed by Speaker Adrienne Adams, which aims to restore short-term rental rights and pave the way for Airbnb’s resurgence in the city.

The bill has garnered support from other council members, including Selvena Brooks-Powers, Kevin Riley, Diana Ayala, and Mercedes Narcisse. However, the Hotel Trades Council, a union representing the hotel industry, has launched an ad campaign opposing the bill and is determined to thwart Airbnb’s efforts once again.

In response to Airbnb’s political maneuvering, an HTC spokesman emphasized the importance of prioritizing affordable housing and public safety over the interests of a tech giant. Despite Airbnb’s financial backing, the spokesman highlighted the critical role of constituents in influencing elected officials’ decisions.

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Overall, Airbnb’s foray into the political arena signals a new chapter in its ongoing battle to regain a foothold in New York City. As the company continues to navigate regulatory challenges and industry competition, its commitment to supporting candidates aligned with its mission underscores the significance of political advocacy in shaping the future of short-term rentals in the city.

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