Immigration

in committee · New York · Senate Jun 5, 2026

S 338: Requires certain civil court documents to be provided to parties in their native language

Requires certain civil court documents to be provided to parties in their native language; requires parties to demonstrate their understanding of the nature and effect of such documents.

Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationProvides language access in civil courts, aiding immigrant integration and access to services without restricting immigration enforcement.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Immigration

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passed · New York · Senate May 28, 2026

S 2516: Relates to a refugee resettlement program

Directs the department of social services to establish a refugee resettlement program with the goals of achieving economic and social self-sufficiency, assisting victims of human trafficking, and assuring proper foster care for unaccompanied refugees.

Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill establishes a refugee resettlement program to provide services, achieve self-sufficiency, and assist vulnerable immigrants, directly supporting immigrant services and integration.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Immigration

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passed · New York · Senate Apr 28, 2026

S 441: Includes certain persons of Middle Eastern and North African heritage and speakers of Haitian Creole as language minorities

This bill amends New York's election law to expand the definition of "language minorities" to include people of Middle Eastern or North African heritage (as defined by federal standards) and Haitian Creole speakers. It directly affects election administration by requiring language assistance services for these groups, alongside existing categories like Spanish speakers and Asian American communities. The key change adds these specific groups to the list used to determine which voters are entitled to translated materials and interpretation services under federal voting rights protections. The bill takes effect one year after enactment.

Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill expands language assistance services for Middle Eastern/North African heritage and Haitian Creole speakers, providing election access to immigrant communities and supporting integration services.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Immigration

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passed · New York · Senate Apr 1, 2026

S 5535: Enacts the "language access expansion act"

Requires certain documents and forms to be provided in the twelve most common non-English languages spoken by limited English proficient immigrants of five years or less according to the American community survey, as published by the United States census bureau.

Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationThe bill expands language access for limited English proficient immigrants, directly providing immigrant services and supporting immigrant integration.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Immigration

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passed · New York · Senate Mar 9, 2026

S 4478: Requires the department of labor to provide a document on workplace rights to any minor seeking working papers

Requires the department of labor to provide a document on workplace rights to any minor seeking working papers and to make such document available in other languages and to school officials who issue working papers.

Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationProvides workplace rights document to minors seeking work authorization, aligning with immigrant service support and language accessibility for vulnerable populations.90% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentProvides minors with workplace rights information, enhancing protection for young workers through mandatory documentation and multilingual access.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Immigration

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 3888: Relates to the determination of damages in a civil action arising from personal injury or wrongful death

Relates to the determination of damages in a civil action arising from personal injury or wrongful death; provides that damages shall not be reduced because of age, race, creed, color, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, military status, sex, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, familial status, marital status, or status as a victim of domestic violence; provides that damages shall not be based on statistical tables unless agreed to by all parties.

Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationExplicitly prohibits considering immigration status in civil damages determinations, protecting immigrants from discrimination in legal proceedings.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Immigration

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died · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 3966: Relates to requirements for licensure as a dentist

This bill creates a new pathway for foreign-trained dentists to become licensed in New York. It allows dentists licensed outside the U.S. (who don't qualify for standard endorsement) to work under a limited permit in underserved community health centers after meeting requirements: five years of dental practice experience, passing a competency exam, and completing a supervised preceptorship program. After five years of practice under this permit in qualifying facilities, they may apply for full state licensure. The bill directly affects international dental graduates seeking to practice in New York, particularly in areas with dental health shortages.

Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationCreates pathway for foreign-trained dentists to gain licensure in underserved areas, facilitating immigrant professional integration and access to services.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Immigration

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signed · New York · Assembly Oct 16, 2025

A 6869: Prohibits discriminatory practices by real estate appraisers and furthers fair housing compliance

This New York bill bans real estate appraisers from discriminating based on race, gender identity, disability, or other protected traits (like immigration status or marital status) when determining property values. It applies to all appraisers - including unlicensed individuals who market themselves as such - and prohibits using these factors in appraisals, estimates, or written communications. Violations can result in license suspension, fines (with 50% of fines directed to a fair housing fund), and disciplinary actions. The fund supports fair housing programs like testing for discrimination, education, complaint investigations, and outreach to prevent housing bias.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBans appraisal discrimination based on protected traits, directly preventing housing discrimination and funding fair housing initiatives per bill summary.95% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill explicitly prohibits discrimination based on immigration status in real estate appraisals, protecting immigrants from housing discrimination per fair housing compliance.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Immigration

signed · New York · Assembly Feb 14, 2025

A 2435: Relates to the Alex R. Jimenez New York state military immigrant family legacy program

This bill establishes the "Staff Sergeant Alex R. Jimenez New York State Military Immigrant Family Legacy Program" within the Office for New Americans. It directly assists military-connected immigrants, including active service members, veterans (including LGBT veterans), reserve members, their family members (spouses, children, parents), and next-of-kin of service members who died in service. The key mechanism designates liaisons between military offices (like the Division of Military and Naval Affairs) and the Office for New Americans to refer eligible individuals to existing immigration legal services, including citizenship assistance. The program coordinates with federal agencies and community partners to help intended recipients navigate immigration processes, and requires annual reporting on program activity and demographics.

Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationEstablishes state program providing services to military-connected immigrants, including veterans and families, directly advancing immigrant support through dedicated funding and liaisons.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill creates dedicated program for veterans (including LGBT) and military families, providing support through state office liaisons and direct assistance mechanisms.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Immigration

in committee · New York · Senate Feb 5, 2025

S 791: Relates to the Alex R. Jimenez New York state military immigrant family legacy program

This bill establishes the "Staff Sergeant Alex R. Jimenez New York State Military Immigrant Family Legacy Program" within New York's Office for New Americans. It creates designated liaisons between the Office for New Americans, the Division of Military and Naval Affairs, and the Department to refer military-connected immigrants (including active service members, veterans, reserve members, and their families) needing immigration assistance. The program coordinates access to existing legal services, maintains a multilingual hotline/website for resources, and tracks referrals to help intended recipients secure legal immigration status, including U.S. citizenship. The bill clarifies and operationalizes this coordination mechanism without changing eligibility or benefits.

Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationEstablishes program providing immigration legal assistance coordination for military-connected immigrants, directly advancing immigrant services.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Immigration

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