Immigration

in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 958: Relates to making certain housing programs available regardless of immigration status

Relates to making certain housing programs available regardless of immigration status; provides that local social services districts in a city with a population of five million or more shall be permitted to offer certain housing programs to individuals or families who would be eligible but for a federal law restricting eligibility based on immigration.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingRemoves immigration status barriers to housing program eligibility, expanding access to affordable housing services for eligible individuals/families.95% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill enables housing programs for immigrants barred by federal law, expanding access to state services regardless of immigration status.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Driver Licenses & IDs Immigrant Services

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 1097: Prohibits law enforcement agencies or officers from inquiring about immigration status

Prohibits law enforcement agencies or officers from inquiring about immigration status unless a person is booked into a detention facility or the immigration status of a person is pertinent to the criminal investigation.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeRestricts law enforcement from inquiring about immigration status, protecting civil rights and reducing potential abuse in criminal justice interactions.95% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationProhibits police from inquiring about immigration status, limiting cooperation with federal enforcement and protecting immigrant rights.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Driver Licenses & IDs Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 3487: Relates to immigration status of registered students

Mandates that no employee or officer of the university shall determine the specific details of a student's immigration status except when required by federal law, pursuant to a court order or as required in connection with tuition or financial aid eligibility.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationProtects student immigration status privacy at universities, preventing barriers to higher education access for immigrant students. Directly enhances educational access as defined in the topic.90% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationPrevents universities from determining student immigration status except as required by federal law, limiting state enforcement cooperation and protecting student privacy.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Student Financial Aid DACA & Dreamers Driver Licenses & IDs Enforcement

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 8995: Enacts the "facial identification and transparency in immigration enforcement act"

Enacts the "facial identification and transparency in immigration enforcement act"; requires federal immigration enforcement agents to identify themselves as such when conducting enforcement activities.

Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationRequires federal agents to identify during enforcement, increasing transparency and accountability for immigrants. Aligns with protecting immigrant rights through clear enforcement protocols.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Driver Licenses & IDs Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 5199: Ensures that temporary protected status beneficiaries continue to receive Medicaid benefits

This bill (A 5199) ensures that New York residents with Temporary Protected Status (TPS) or Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) status maintain Medicaid benefits even if the federal government ends those programs. It directly affects TPS beneficiaries and DACA recipients in New York by preventing the state from canceling their Medicaid coverage due to changes in federal immigration designations. Key provisions require the state health department to: (1) keep Medicaid benefits active for TPS/DACA recipients if federal programs end, and (2) extend eligibility to former TPS/DACA recipients who meet all other Medicaid requirements except immigration status. The law takes effect immediately upon enactment.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill maintains Medicaid coverage for TPS/DACA recipients, protecting healthcare access for vulnerable populations without restricting benefits.95% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill explicitly protects Medicaid access for TPS/DACA recipients, maintaining critical health services amid federal program uncertainty95% confidence

Sub-Topics Medicaid DACA & Dreamers

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 6040: Provides eligibility of certain Afghan and Iraqi immigrants for education benefits

Provides eligibility for Afghan and Iraqi special immigrants for education benefits which shall include an Afghan or Iraqi citizen or national with the status of a special immigrant under the Immigration and Nationality Act.

Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationProvides education benefits to Afghan/Iraqi special immigrants, expanding access to state services per bill's explicit purpose.95% confidence

Sub-Topics DACA & Dreamers

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 3869: Prohibits the use of SUNY dormitories for the purposes of providing permanent or temporary housing for migrant populations

Prohibits the use of SUNY dormitories for the purposes of providing permanent or temporary housing for migrant populations; requests the board of trustees adopt a policy stating such.

Topics ✗ HousingOpposes HousingProhibits SUNY dorms from housing migrants, restricting available housing options for vulnerable populations and limiting housing accessibility, aligning with 'oppose' indicators.85% confidence ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationProhibits SUNY dorms from housing migrants, restricting access to state-provided housing services. Directly limits immigrant housing options.95% confidence

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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

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 2210: Imposes a one year residency requirement for eligibility for medical assistance

Imposes a one year residency requirement for eligibility for medical assistance; authorizes the commissioner of health to promulgate any and all rules and regulations and take any other measures necessary to implement this act.

Topics ✗ HealthcareOpposes HealthcareImposes residency requirement, restricting access to medical assistance eligibility by limiting who qualifies for coverage.95% confidence ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationImposes one-year residency requirement for medical assistance eligibility, restricting access to state services for new residents including immigrants.85% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 503: Makes migrant youth under the age of 25 eligible to receive housing vouchers under the family homelessness and eviction prevention supplement ("FHEPS") program

Makes migrant youth under the age of 25 who are receiving runaway and homeless youth services eligible to receive housing vouchers under the family homelessness and eviction prevention supplement ("FHEPS") program.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingExpands housing voucher access for migrant youth experiencing homelessness, directly funding affordable housing assistance under FHEPS program.95% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationExpands housing assistance to migrant youth, directly providing immigrant services per indicators for support.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Homelessness Tenant Rights

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