Immigration

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 ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationBill prohibits state cooperation with federal refugee resettlement, rejects related funds, and imposes moratorium on Palestinian refugee relocation, restricting state-level immigration services.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Refugees & Asylum

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 7253: Prohibits the housing of migrants in schoolhouses or on such grounds

This bill prohibits New York City public school buildings and grounds from being used to house migrants, either permanently or temporarily. It requires school districts to establish a formal policy banning such use under New York State education law. The law directly affects NYC public schools and their operations, preventing the repurposing of school facilities for migrant housing. The policy takes effect immediately but is set to expire when the relevant education law section reverts, per the bill's language.

Topics ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationProhibits school facilities from housing migrants, restricting access to public infrastructure for immigrant services per bill's explicit language.95% confidence

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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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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 7255: Relates to the imposition of securing orders for felony crimes committed by individuals without permanent residency status

Relates to the imposition of securing orders for felonies 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 detention of non-resident felons without bail, restricting defendant rights during proceedings per bill's remand requirement.85% confidence ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationBill mandates custody of non-residents for felonies, increasing state enforcement against undocumented immigrants per explicit language on remand to sheriff.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Driver Licenses & IDs Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 5219: Provides that schools, child day cares, day care centers, or community based organizations which support activities for children under the age of eighteen can not serve as a shelter for migrants

Provides that schools, child day cares, day care centers, or community based organizations which support activities for children under the age of eighteen can not serve as a shelter for migrants.

Topics ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationProhibits child-serving facilities from housing migrants, restricting access to shelter services and limiting immigrant accommodations.90% confidence

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failed · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 2262: Requires law enforcement and courts to notify the United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency when an arrested person or defendant is not a United States citizen; repealer

Requires law enforcement and courts to notify the United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency (ICE) when an arrested person or defendant is not a United States citizen; adjusts certain maximum sentences for class A misdemeanors and unclassified misdemeanors; requires notification to be made to the United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency prior to the release of certain noncitizens; repeals provisions of the "protect our courts act".

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeRepeals 'Protect Our Courts Act' which likely shielded courts from ICE interference, enabling ICE notifications that could reduce defendant rights and prioritize immigration enforcement over criminal justice reform.85% confidence ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationMandates state law enforcement to notify ICE about noncitizens, repealing protections that limited such cooperation, increasing state enforcement alignment with federal immigration policy95% confidence

Sub-Topics Driver Licenses & IDs Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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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 ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcarePrevents closure of nursing homes/assisted living facilities (healthcare infrastructure) to maintain care services, protecting existing healthcare access points.95% confidence ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationPrevents long-term care facilities from converting to migrant shelters, restricting asylum seeker housing access and limiting immigrant services.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Long-Term Care Refugees & Asylum

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failed · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 5801: Prohibits local government action which prevents the enforcement of federal laws

Requires that local governments comply with a detainer request issued by a federal law enforcement agency; requires that such local government not interfere with the ability of federal law enforcement officials to conduct enforcement activities at municipal or county jails in furtherance of their duty to enforce federal laws.

Topics ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationMandates local compliance with federal detainers and prohibits interference with federal immigration enforcement, directly supporting federal enforcement actions.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Detention Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 2345: Relates to verification of voter qualifications

Requires the state board of elections to participate in the systematic alien verification for entitlements (SAVE) program, administered by the United States citizenship and immigration services agency, to verify that a person who is either registered or registering to vote is a United States citizen.

Topics ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationMandates state cooperation with federal immigration verification (SAVE program) for voter eligibility, aligning with 'mandates cooperation with federal enforcement' indicator.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Citizenship & Naturalization Driver Licenses & IDs

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