Immigration

in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 5054: Repeals certain provisions of law relating to the disclosure of certain records

Repeals certain provisions of law relating to the disclosure of immigration records by the department of motor vehicles which make it a class E felony to disclose such records and information pertaining to immigration status.

Topics ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationThe bill repeals provisions that make it a felony to disclose immigration records and status by the DMV, thereby weakening immigrant privacy protections.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Driver Licenses & IDs

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 8, 2025

S 964: Relates to the prohibition on certain databases and registries

Provides that no state or local agency, or any agent thereof, may use any funds, facilities, property, equipment or personnel of such agency to investigate, enforce or provide assistance in the investigation or enforcement of any federal program requiring registration of individuals, or maintaining a database of individuals, on the basis of race, color, creed, gender, sexual orientation, religion or national or ethnic origin.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeProhibits state agencies from using funds for databases based on protected characteristics, preventing discriminatory law enforcement practices.95% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill prohibits state/local agencies from assisting federal programs that register individuals based on national/ethnic origin, thereby limiting cooperation with federal enforcement.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyProhibits state agencies from creating/maintaining databases based on protected characteristics, directly enhancing data privacy protections.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 6995: Enacts the public benefits privacy act

Provides privacy protections for public benefits recipients regarding disclosure or inquiry about immigration status and eligibility; provides penalties for employees of state or local agencies that knowingly violate such provisions; directs OTDA to promulgate rules and regulations and submit an annual report regarding compliance with, and complaints regarding, violations of such provisions.

Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill A 6995 provides privacy protections for public benefits recipients regarding disclosure or inquiry about immigration status, directly protecting immigrant rights and access to services.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill establishes data privacy protections for public benefits recipients' immigration status, aligning with data privacy regulations in technology policy.95% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 9109: Establishes the paid leave for immigration hearings act

This bill, the "Paid Leave for Immigration Hearings Act" (A 9109), allows New York employees to use their existing accrued paid sick leave for immigration court appearances or preparation, covering both the employee and their family members. It expands the state's labor law to specifically include immigration proceedings as a valid reason for taking sick leave, without requiring employers to know confidential details about the case. Employers must grant this leave upon request and cannot demand disclosure of immigration-related information as a condition for providing it. The law applies to all covered employers in New York and takes effect 180 days after enactment.

Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill A 9109 allows employees to use paid sick leave for immigration hearings, protecting immigrants' ability to attend legal proceedings without penalty.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentExpands paid sick leave to include immigration hearings, protecting workers' rights to attend legal proceedings without penalty or employer disclosure requirements.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Sanctuary Policies Labor Standards Paid Leave

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 3532: Establishes requirements for resettling, transporting or relocating certain migrants to other municipalities

Imposes consultation and reporting requirements for municipal corporations resettling, transporting or relocating non-detained migrants to another municipal corporation within the state, which is directed, administered, or funded by the federal government, the secretary of health and human services in the case of minors, the secretary of homeland security in the case of adults, or any municipal corporation within the state or agents thereof.

Topics ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationThe bill imposes consultation and reporting requirements on municipalities for relocating migrants, creating administrative hurdles that implicitly limit the ease and efficiency of resettlement services.75% confidence

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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

Sub-Topics Immigrant Services

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 861: Relates to services available to immigrants residing in certain family and adult shelter facilities

Relates to services available to immigrants residing in certain family and adult shelter facilities; requires the office of New Americans to establish a program to deliver comprehensive case management services to immigrants residing in certain shelters.

Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill requires the Office of New Americans to establish a program to deliver comprehensive case management services to immigrants in shelters, directly supporting immigrant services.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Detention Immigrant Services Refugees & Asylum

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 5111: Relates to guidance to facilities and programs overseen by state agencies on interactions with federal immigration authorities

This bill requires New York state agencies to develop guidance for facilities and programs they oversee (like shelters, community centers, or social services programs) on how to handle requests from federal immigration authorities seeking access to people or records. The key provision mandates that state agencies create clear protocols for staff to follow when federal agents ask for information about individuals residing at or participating in these facilities. The guidance must help facilities respond appropriately while protecting individuals' privacy and rights during such interactions. This applies directly to all state-run or state-funded facilities and programs that serve the public.

Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill requires state agencies to develop guidance for facilities on interactions with federal immigration authorities, creating protocols that limit cooperation.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Detention Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 4407: Requires undocumented immigrants to submit to the same level of health background check and be vaccinated in order to use certain state resources

This bill requires undocumented immigrants to meet specific health requirements to access certain state benefits, including medical assistance, family aid, and disability support. To qualify, individuals must receive required vaccinations (like measles, flu, and COVID-19) and pass screenings for communicable diseases (such as TB, syphilis, and gonorrhea), unless medically inappropriate or ongoing treatment is underway. Exceptions apply if someone is receiving appropriate treatment for a positive screening result. The law applies to programs under New York's social services chapter and takes effect January 1 following enactment.

Topics ✗ HealthcareOpposes HealthcareMandates health screenings/vaccinations to access medical assistance, restricting eligibility for undocumented immigrants and limiting access to state healthcare resources.95% confidence ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationBill A 4407 restricts undocumented immigrants' access to state benefits by requiring specific health checks and vaccinations, directly limiting immigrant services.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Driver Licenses & IDs

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 1359: Creates the "Dignity for Immigrants in New York State Act", prohibiting detention of individuals based only on the violation of federal immigration laws

Creates the "Dignity for Immigrants in New York State Act", prohibiting detention of individuals based only on the violation of federal immigration laws.

Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationThe bill prohibits detention based only on federal immigration violations, protecting immigrant rights and limiting state cooperation with federal enforcement.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Detention Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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