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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 7789: Relates to certain civil actions

Requires that in civil claims under the child victims act, adult survivors act, or a civil sex trafficking claim any insurer who may provide liability coverage for a claim shall, upon request from the claimant or claimant's attorney, provide information regarding each known policy of insurance; provides that a person bringing a civil claim in a sex trafficking case need not disclose their immigration status.

Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill explicitly prohibits disclosure of immigration status in sex trafficking claims, protecting immigrant victims from deportation fears and enabling access to civil justice.90% confidence

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 1350: Prohibits law enforcement officers from using bias-based profiling

Prohibits police officers from using bias-based profiling; requires that a procedure be established for the taking and review of complaints against police officers for bias-based profiling; allows an action for injunctive relief and/or damages to be brought against a law enforcement agency, any agent of a law enforcement agency and the supervisor of an agent.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill prohibits bias-based profiling by police, requiring complaint procedures and legal remedies, enhancing accountability and protecting civil rights in law enforcement.90% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationProhibits bias-based profiling by police, protecting immigrants from discriminatory enforcement practices common in immigration contexts.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Civil Rights Policing

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in committee · New York · Senate Feb 19, 2026

S 7840: Establishes an internationally trained physician licensure pathway program

Establishes an internationally trained physician licensure pathway program to allow qualified, foreign-trained physicians and physicians trained and/or licensed to practice medicine in a territory or possession of the United States to contribute to the healthcare system through supervised practice in designated shortage areas, ultimately leading to full licensure.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill establishes licensure pathway for foreign-trained physicians in healthcare shortage areas, expanding access to medical services and workforce capacity.95% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationCreates pathway for foreign-trained physicians to practice in healthcare shortage areas, supporting immigrant workforce integration and access to services.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Healthcare Workforce Medical Licensing

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 6714: Relates to providing funding for transitional programs for students from English-speaking Caribbean countries

Relates to providing funding for transitional programs for students from English-speaking Caribbean countries who are not eligible for limited English proficiency programs.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill provides funding for transitional programs for non-LEP Caribbean students, directly enhancing educational access and support through targeted funding.95% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationFunds transitional programs for Caribbean students ineligible for standard English programs, supporting immigrant integration through educational services.85% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 8519: Relates to certain civil actions

Requires that in civil claims under the child victims act, adult survivors act, or a civil sex trafficking claim any insurer who may provide liability coverage for a claim shall, upon request from the claimant or claimant's attorney, provide information regarding each known policy of insurance; provides that a person bringing a civil claim in a sex trafficking case need not disclose their immigration status.

Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill prohibits disclosure of immigration status in sex trafficking civil claims, reducing barriers for immigrant victims and aligning with immigrant rights protection.85% confidence

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 2558: Relates to discrimination and retaliation against employees who claim workers' compensation benefits

This bill strengthens protections for workers who file workplace injury claims. It prohibits employers from firing, punishing, or threatening to report immigration status against employees who claim workers' compensation benefits, request claim forms, or testify in related proceedings. Key mechanisms include requiring employers to reinstate affected workers, pay lost wages, and face penalties of $500-$2,500 per violation (paid directly by the employer, not insurers). The law applies to all employees covered under New York’s workers’ compensation system.

Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationProhibits employers from threatening to report immigration status against workers claiming benefits, directly protecting immigrant workers' rights in workplace claims.85% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentStrengthens worker protections against retaliation for claiming workers' comp, prohibiting termination/punishment and requiring reinstatement/pay.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Labor Standards Workers' Compensation Workplace Safety

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 7134: Relates to provision of interpreters at poll sites in certain cities

Requires the board of elections in cities with a population of one million or more to provide at least one interpreter for all languages that are designated city-wide languages at poll sites that contain an election district with at least fifty voting age residents whose limited English proficiency language is a designated city-wide language.

Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationRequires language access for LEP voters at polls, directly aiding immigrant participation in elections - supports immigrant integration services.85% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly Feb 11, 2026

A 3506: Prohibits and regulates the discovery and disclosure of immigration status; repealer

Prohibits and regulates the discovery and disclosure of immigration status; prohibits police officers, peace officers, school resource officers, probation agencies, state entities, state employees, and municipal corporations from questioning individuals regarding their citizenship or immigration status; regulates the disclosure of information relating to immigration status; prohibits an educational agency, higher education agency, school employee, school safety personnel, or third-party contractor from collecting information about a person's citizenship, immigration status, nationality, or country of origin, unless required by law or necessary to administer a public program or benefit sought by such person.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeProhibits law enforcement from questioning immigration status, protecting civil rights and reducing potential discrimination in policing, aligning with criminal justice reform indicators.90% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill prohibits state entities from questioning immigration status, limiting state cooperation with federal enforcement and protecting immigrants from scrutiny.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Policing Probation & Parole Driver Licenses & IDs Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 4736: Relates to the "driver's license access and privacy act"

Authorizes the department of motor vehicles to issue standard drivers' licenses; restricts what information can be retained and given out on those applying or holding standard drivers' licenses.

Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationRestricts sharing of license data, limiting state cooperation with federal immigration enforcement - a key indicator for supporting immigrant rights.80% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyRestricts DMV data retention/disclosure, directly protecting personal information privacy per bill's summary.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Driver Licenses & IDs

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 864: Establishes an immigrant integration advisory board for each economic development region

Bill A 864 requires each regional economic development council in New York to establish an immigrant integration advisory board. Each board, composed of nine members appointed from immigrant communities within the region, must meet quarterly and submit annual reports to the council with specific recommendations. These reports must address improving educational opportunities, English language learning, workforce development, job access, and entrepreneurship support for immigrants. The boards advise councils on policies to advance economic, social, and civic integration of foreign-born residents in their region.

Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationCreates immigrant integration advisory boards to improve education, language, workforce access for immigrants per bill summary95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill mandates immigrant workforce development, job access, and entrepreneurship support through regional advisory boards, directly advancing employment standards and job opportunities for immigrants.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Immigrant Services Workforce Development

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