IRS and DHS Agreement Threatens Safety and Livelihood of Immigrant New Yorkers

New York, NY—Today, it was reported that the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) reached an agreement to collaborate with the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to share sensitive information on undocumented taxpayers with removal orders. 

The IRS is mandated to guard tax information within its agencies, and over the years, it has consistently assured undocumented taxpayers that their information is confidential and that it is safe for them to file tax returns.

City Council’s Budget Stands Up For Immigrant NYers

New York, NY—Today, the New York City Council released their response to Mayor Adams’ preliminary budget for FY26.

Murad Awawdeh, President and CEO, New York Immigration Coalition:

“In sharp contrast to the Adams administration, the City Council’s preliminary budget response demonstrates its commitment to improving the lives of immigrant New Yorkers.

Civil Rights Groups Demand Dismissal of DOJ’s Lawsuit Against New York

Amicus Filed in NY Federal District Court Defending New York’s Green Light Law

New York, NY – A coalition of national Latino and civil rights organizations has filed an amicus curiae (friend of the court) brief in the United States District Court for the Northern District of New York in support of the State of New York’s motion seeking dismissal of The United States of America v. State of New York et al.