Immigration (Refugees & Asylum) in New York

passed · New York · Assembly Jun 1, 2026

K 1526: Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim June 20, 2026, as World Refugee Day in the State of New York

This bill asks Governor Kathy Hochul to officially declare June 20, 2026, as World Refugee Day in New York State. The measure is a symbolic resolution intended to raise awareness about refugees and honor the contributions of immigrants and displaced people to the state's economy and culture. It does not create new laws, allocate funds, or change existing policies, but rather directs the Governor to issue a proclamation recognizing the date.

Topics ✓ Immigration

Sub-Topics Refugees & Asylum

passed · New York · Assembly May 27, 2026

K 1470: Commemorating the 50th Anniversary of InterFaith Works of Central New York

This bill is a resolution that formally recognizes the 50th anniversary of InterFaith Works of Central New York, an organization based in Syracuse. It honors the group's five decades of work in refugee resettlement, interfaith dialogue, racial equity, and support for older adults. The resolution acknowledges the organization's contributions to the community and directs that a copy of the document be sent to InterFaith Works.

Topics ✓ Immigration

Sub-Topics Refugees & Asylum

passed · New York · Senate Mar 24, 2026

J 1775: Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim June 20, 2026, as World Refugee Day in the State of New York

This bill directs Governor Kathy Hochul to officially recognize June 20, 2026, as World Refugee Day in New York State. The resolution acknowledges the global refugee crisis and highlights New York's role in resettling refugees through various organizations and community groups. By adopting this memorial, the legislature aims to raise awareness about refugee issues and honor humanitarian workers and refugees who have resettled in the state. The bill does not create new laws or funding but serves as a symbolic proclamation to recognize the importance of refugee support.

Topics ✓ Immigration

Sub-Topics Refugees & Asylum

in committee · New York · Senate Feb 3, 2026

S 9106: Relates to enacting the "New York emergency expedited temporary work permit act"

Enacts the "New York emergency expedited temporary work permit act" to allow asylum seekers to apply for and be granted temporary work permits while their federal immigration status is being determined.

Topics ✓ Immigration ✓ Labor & Employment

Sub-Topics Refugees & Asylum Work Authorization Child Labor

in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 2046: Requires residents of the state, who are foreign refugees, to register with the office of temporary and disability assistance

Requires residents of the state, who are foreign refugees, to register with the office of temporary and disability assistance; directs such office to provide registration information to the office of children and family services, the department of health, the office for new Americans, the department of law, the division of state police, the NYC police department, county sheriff's offices, municipal police departments, and the division of homeland security and emergency services; directs the office for new Americans to conduct background screenings of all refugees who register; requires refugee resettlement agencies to submit quarterly reports to the bureau of refugee and immigrant assistance on the refugees to whom it provides assistance, and to monitor the activities of such refugees for a certain period of time; directs the division of homeland security and emergency services to develop and implement a plan to ensure compliance by refugee resettlement agencies.

Topics ✗ Immigration

Sub-Topics Immigrant Services Refugees & Asylum

in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 278: Relates to enacting the "New York emergency expedited temporary work permit act"

Enacts the "New York emergency expedited temporary work permit act" to allow asylum seekers to apply for and be granted temporary work permits while their federal immigration status is being determined.

Topics ✓ Immigration ✓ Labor & Employment

Sub-Topics Driver Licenses & IDs Refugees & Asylum Work Authorization Child Labor

in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 4814: Enacts the "New York state Palestinian refugee relocation prevention act"

Enacts the "New York state Palestinian refugee relocation prevention act"; provides that no state or local agency, authority, or official shall cooperate with, or provide any assistance to, the federal government in the relocation or resettlement of Palestinian refugees within the state of New York; requires that federal funds allocated for the resettlement of Palestinian refugees in New York shall be rejected and returned to the federal government; imposes a temporary moratorium on the admission to any institution of higher education in this state of Palestinian students and scholars; makes related provisions.

Topics ✗ Immigration

Sub-Topics Refugees & Asylum

in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 2243: Relates to establishing a coordinator for asylum seeker services

This bill would create a state coordinator to help asylum seekers in New York access services. The governor and NYC mayor would jointly appoint the coordinator, who would work with state agencies (like health, education, and housing departments) to streamline support. The coordinator would manage key needs including housing, healthcare, education, language services, and connections to federal programs for people seeking asylum or who are refugees under federal law. The role would also advocate for federal immigration policy changes.

Topics ✓ Immigration

Sub-Topics Immigrant Services Refugees & Asylum Sanctuary Policies

in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 6284: Relates to prohibiting assisted living residences, retirement homes or nursing homes from closing and becoming migrant shelters

This bill, known as the "Frank Tammaro Island Shores law," aims to prevent assisted living residences, retirement homes, and nursing homes from closing and subsequently operating as shelters for asylum seekers. It prohibits state agencies from granting approval or entering into contracts for facilities housing asylum seekers with operators who have announced their intent to close their existing long-term care residence. The bill defines an "asylum seeker" as an individual seeking temporary or permanent residence who has applied for asylum or is eligible, or is a refugee. This measure directly affects operators of these long-term care facilities and the process for establishing housing for asylum seekers.

Topics ✓ Healthcare ✗ Immigration

Sub-Topics Long-Term Care Refugees & Asylum

in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 7564: Relates to establishing a coordinator for asylum seeker services

This bill establishes a Coordinator of Asylum Seeker Services to oversee and integrate support for asylum seekers in New York State. The Governor and the Mayor of New York City will jointly appoint this coordinator. The coordinator will be responsible for developing a systemic response to various needs, including housing, healthcare, education, language services, and transportation. This role involves integrating efforts across specific state agencies, as well as applicable local and federal agencies, to facilitate resettlement and access to federal programs.

Topics ✓ Immigration

Sub-Topics Immigrant Services Refugees & Asylum

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