Chicago's aldermen (city legislators) are both corrupt (see above) and have no backbone.

If considering the area, especially the city of Albany, I'd encourage you to read up on the incoming Good Cause eviction legislation working its way through the state legislature. 

Moline said the legislation is intended to promote public safety, neighborhood accountability, and eliminate nuisances.

That's huge and the demand for alternative products is large.And, while I think your point is valid, the concept is that the legislators appear to support a security fee (whether in the form of insurance or otherwise) as long as it is reasonable and doesn't screw the tenant.

Whether the home buyer was eligible for financing was governed by the regulations laid down in the Dodd Frank legislation.   

Wouldn't your current permit "grandfather you in" if legislation changes?

I sold my last investment property in CA this past June and did not even have to look up the number of the legislation bc I can remember it off the top of my head. 

Anyone know of any upcoming legislative moves that would help or hinder AirBNB landlords?

Pittsburgh City Council is lobbying to pass legislation that would give itself more power over real estate development.

@Bill Brandt I'm in NY (maybe only NYers know it as The Vampire State,a play on it's traditional moniker), so there are legislative hurdles to what you all are suggesting.