Immigration (Driver Licenses & IDs)

in committee · New York · Senate Feb 3, 2026

S 9104: Relates to immigration enforcement

Relates to state and local law enforcement agency coordination with the federal government for purposes of immigration enforcement, to the release of noncitizen incarcerated individuals for federal immigration purposes, and to immigration enforcement in sensitive locations.

Topics ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationBill mandates state law enforcement coordination with federal immigration enforcement and release of noncitizens for federal processing, aligning with federal enforcement priorities.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Driver Licenses & IDs Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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failed · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 2370: Relates to repealing the driver's license access and privacy act

This bill repeals New York's Driver's License Access and Privacy Act, removing restrictions on how driver's license information can be shared. It adds new requirements for license applicants, including providing a Social Security number (or an affidavit if none exists), registering for the organ donor registry on the application form, and complying with Selective Service registration for applicants aged 18-26. These changes directly affect anyone applying for or renewing a New York driver's license, commercial license, or non-driver ID card. The bill modifies application procedures in the Vehicle and Traffic Law to implement these new requirements.

Topics ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationRepeals driver's license access for immigrants by requiring SSN (typically unavailable to undocumented immigrants), restricting access to a state service.90% confidence ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyRepeals privacy protections for driver's license data, removing restrictions on information sharing, weakening data privacy safeguards.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Driver Licenses & IDs

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 3489: Relates to repealing the driver's license access and privacy act

This bill repeals New York's Driver's License Access and Privacy Act, removing restrictions on how driver's license information may be handled. It eliminates privacy protections that previously limited access to license data, while adding new requirements for applicants: providing a Social Security number (or affidavit for non-compliant IDs), registering for organ donation via a "skip" option, and confirming Selective Service registration compliance for applicants aged 18-26. These changes apply directly to all individuals applying for or renewing a New York driver's license, learner's permit, or non-driver ID. The repeal specifically targets the privacy act's provisions, not the new requirements added in its place.

Topics ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationRepealing privacy protections for driver's license data facilitates federal immigration enforcement by enabling easier access to personal information, aligning with 'oppose' indicators of increased enforcement cooperation.85% confidence ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyRepeals privacy protections for driver's license data, removing restrictions on access and weakening data privacy safeguards.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Driver Licenses & IDs

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 4621: Relates to implementing driving privilege licenses and requiring a social security number to register to vote on an application for a motor vehicle driver's license

Implements driving privilege licenses for applicants with alternative forms of identification; requires a social security number to register to vote on an application for a motor vehicle driver's license.

Topics ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationRequires SSN for voter registration on driver's license applications, restricting access to voting services for immigrants without SSNs.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Driver Licenses & IDs

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 7242: Relates to the imposition of securing orders for certain crimes committed by individuals without permanent residency status

Relates to the imposition of securing orders for offenses committed on a peace officer, police officer, firefighter, emergency medical services professional or uniformed worker by individuals without permanent residency status; provides such individuals shall be remanded to the custody of the sheriff for the entirety of the judicial proceedings related thereto.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeMandates custody for non-residents committing crimes against officers, restricting defendant rights and increasing severity without reform indicators.90% confidence ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationMandates state custody for non-residents committing crimes against first responders, increasing enforcement against undocumented immigrants without protections.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Policing Driver Licenses & IDs Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 2241: Prohibits the governor from preventing or inhibiting state agency cooperation with the federal government for the purposes of immigration enforcement

Prohibits the governor from preventing or inhibiting state agency cooperation with the federal government for the purposes of immigration enforcement; prohibits state agencies from preventing or inhibiting collaboration with federal agencies for the purposes of federal immigration enforcement.

Topics ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationMandates state agency cooperation with federal immigration enforcement, increasing enforcement actions against immigrants per bill's explicit language.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Driver Licenses & IDs Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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failed · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 6169: Establishing the offense of migrant trafficking

Criminalizes the act of engaging in any scheme, plan or pattern to transport an undocumented immigrant from any location outside of New York state to a location within New York state with the intent of dropping such person off in any municipality or federal property located wholly within New York state boundaries or to transport an undocumented immigrant from any location within New York state to another location within New York state with the intent of dropping such person off in any municipality or federal property located wholly within New York state boundaries.

Topics ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationCriminalizes transporting undocumented immigrants within NY, restricting movement and increasing state enforcement against undocumented individuals.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Driver Licenses & IDs

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 4456: Requires undocumented immigrants to submit to the same level of background checks as lawful immigrants in order to use certain state resources

This bill requires undocumented immigrants to pass the same background checks as lawful immigrants to access certain state benefits, including medical assistance, family support, and safety net programs. To qualify, applicants must verify they have no unaddressed substance use disorders (if receiving treatment), no ties to terrorist groups or totalitarian parties, no felony convictions, and no false claims of citizenship. These checks apply specifically to state-funded programs under the social services law, not federal benefits.

Topics ✗ HealthcareOpposes HealthcareRestricts healthcare access for undocumented immigrants by requiring background checks for state medical assistance programs, limiting eligibility.85% confidence ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationBill restricts undocumented immigrants' access to state benefits by imposing mandatory background checks, including felony and terrorism checks, limiting service eligibility.90% confidence

Sub-Topics DACA & Dreamers Driver Licenses & IDs Work Authorization

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 5837: Requires employers contracted for work on certain state-funded projects verify employment eligibility of employees

This bill requires employers working on state-funded construction projects (like roads or buildings) to verify every worker's legal right to work in the U.S. using the federal I-9 form and the official verification system. It directly affects contractors and subcontractors hired for state projects by mandating they confirm workers aren't unauthorized noncitizens before starting work. Employers must properly complete and retain I-9 forms, use the federal verification system, and receive confirmation of legal work status. Violations result in a formal warning for the first offense, or fines up to $25,000 or jail time for repeat violations, with the state withholding payment for the project if an unauthorized worker is hired.

Topics ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationBill mandates verification of work authorization for state project workers, restricting unauthorized immigrants from employment on state projects, increasing state immigration enforcement.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Driver Licenses & IDs Enforcement Work Authorization

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failed · New York · Assembly May 19, 2026

A 2261: Prohibits the governor from preventing or inhibiting state agency cooperation with the federal government for the purposes of immigration enforcement

Prohibits the governor from preventing or inhibiting state agency cooperation with the federal government for the purposes of immigration enforcement; prohibits state agencies from preventing or inhibiting collaboration with federal agencies for the purposes of federal immigration enforcement.

Topics ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationMandates state agency cooperation with federal immigration enforcement, aligning with 'oppose' indicators of increased enforcement collaboration.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Driver Licenses & IDs Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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