Immigration

in committee · New York · Senate Jun 5, 2026

S 338: Requires certain civil court documents to be provided to parties in their native language

Requires certain civil court documents to be provided to parties in their native language; requires parties to demonstrate their understanding of the nature and effect of such documents.

Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationProvides language access in civil courts, aiding immigrant integration and access to services without restricting immigration enforcement.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Immigrant Services

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 6442: Requires certain department of motor vehicle forms and applications to be available in Punjabi, Bengali and Hindi

Requires department of motor vehicle forms, tests and applications for permits and licenses in a city with a population of one million or more to be available in Punjabi, Bengali and Hindi.

Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationRequires DMV forms in languages spoken by immigrant communities, facilitating access to state services and supporting integration.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Driver Licenses & IDs

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 23, 2025

S 3035: Enacts the rapid engagement initiative act

Establishes a program to provide immediate assistance to persons to whom an appearance ticket has been issued in order to address the critical needs of such persons for housing, medical treatment, legal representation, and other requirements.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeProvides immediate assistance for housing, medical care, and legal representation to individuals with appearance tickets, addressing root causes to reduce recidivism and support criminal justice reform.85% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill explicitly provides immediate assistance for medical treatment as a core service, improving access to healthcare for individuals with appearance tickets.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill establishes program providing immediate housing assistance for individuals in critical housing need, directly addressing homelessness and housing access as per summary.95% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationProvides legal representation and critical services (housing, medical) to individuals with appearance tickets, aligning with immigrant support indicators by addressing enforcement-related needs.85% confidence

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 894: Requires school districts to establish a language assistance program for limited English proficient parents of students

Requires school districts to establish a language assistance program for limited English proficient parents of students; requires record keeping and annual reporting; permits districts to jointly establish such programs.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationRequires language assistance programs for LEP parents, expanding educational access and parental engagement in K-12 schools.95% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationProvides language assistance for LEP immigrant parents, enhancing school access and supporting integration per immigration service indicators95% confidence

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 2456: Enacts the "language barrier elimination act" to provide translations to the limited English proficient in connection with certain services

Enacts the "language barrier elimination act" to provide translations to limited English proficient individuals in connection with services provided through the department of labor, department of family assistance or department of health.

Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationProvides translations for LEP individuals accessing state services (labor, health, family assistance), directly supporting immigrant integration and access to services.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Immigrant Services

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 2171: Relates to providing adequate access to information for certain individuals

This bill requires New York state agencies administering social services to provide language access for people with limited English proficiency. It mandates translating essential forms and instructions into the 12 most common non-English languages in the state (based on census data), plus up to four additional languages at the department's discretion. Agencies must also offer free interpretation services upon request and provide communication assistance for individuals with disabilities like deafness, blindness, or cognitive impairments. The law applies directly to social services program beneficiaries and participants, ensuring they can access benefits like nutrition assistance without language barriers.

Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationMandates language access for non-English speakers in social services, directly enhancing immigrant access to state services and integration.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Immigrant Services

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 3888: Relates to the determination of damages in a civil action arising from personal injury or wrongful death

Relates to the determination of damages in a civil action arising from personal injury or wrongful death; provides that damages shall not be reduced because of age, race, creed, color, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, military status, sex, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, familial status, marital status, or status as a victim of domestic violence; provides that damages shall not be based on statistical tables unless agreed to by all parties.

Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationExplicitly prohibits considering immigration status in civil damages determinations, protecting immigrants from discrimination in legal proceedings.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Citizenship & Naturalization

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 6662: Mandates acceptance of the New York city identity card as a primary form of identification at all covered entities

Enacts the pro-banking act to mandate acceptance of the New York city identity card as a primary form of identification at all covered entities, including all banking organizations, foreign banking corporations, and interstate branches.

Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationMandates acceptance of NYC ID (available to all residents regardless of immigration status) for banking services, enabling undocumented immigrants to access essential financial services, supporting immigrant integration.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Driver Licenses & IDs

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signed · New York · Assembly Oct 16, 2025

A 6869: Prohibits discriminatory practices by real estate appraisers and furthers fair housing compliance

This New York bill bans real estate appraisers from discriminating based on race, gender identity, disability, or other protected traits (like immigration status or marital status) when determining property values. It applies to all appraisers - including unlicensed individuals who market themselves as such - and prohibits using these factors in appraisals, estimates, or written communications. Violations can result in license suspension, fines (with 50% of fines directed to a fair housing fund), and disciplinary actions. The fund supports fair housing programs like testing for discrimination, education, complaint investigations, and outreach to prevent housing bias.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBans appraisal discrimination based on protected traits, directly preventing housing discrimination and funding fair housing initiatives per bill summary.95% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill explicitly prohibits discrimination based on immigration status in real estate appraisals, protecting immigrants from housing discrimination per fair housing compliance.95% confidence

in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 4970: Establishes the New York children's COVID-19 fund program

Establishes the New York COVID-19 children's fund program to provide assistance to children whose parent, custodian, legal guardian, or related adult household member died as a result of contracting COVID-19, regardless of immigration status of such children.

Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill provides aid to children regardless of immigration status, ensuring immigrant families access services without restriction.95% confidence

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