S 6041 New York Senate · 2025 Regular Session

Relates to permitting persons who have filed for asylum to work in New York state

S 6041 would permit individuals in New York who have filed for asylum under federal immigration law to work in the state. The bill directs the New York State labor commissioner to create rules making asylum seekers eligible for employment, bypassing potential delays in federal work authorization. This applies directly to people who have submitted asylum applications and are living in New York. The law would take effect immediately upon passage.
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Mar 2025
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Introduced Mar 5, 2025 Last action Jan 7, 2026
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Jan 7, 2026
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Mar 5, 2025
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