25 NYC bill preventing landlords from performing criminal background checks gains traction. New York City Mayor Eric Adams has suggested he supports the legislation (www.foxbusiness.com) posted 1 year ago by Jscholl17 1 year ago by Jscholl17 +25 / -0 NYC bill preventing landlords from performing criminal background checks gains traction A bill being considered in New York City would prevent landlords from conducting criminal background checks on prospective tenants as crime continues to surge in the city. 3 comments share 3 comments share save hide report block hide replies