New York, NY—Today, the Justice Department (DOJ) announced it is suing New York State – along with Governor Kathy Hochul, Attorney General Letitia James, and DMV Commissioner – for limiting local collusion with federal immigration enforcement.
This lawsuit includes a challenge to New York’s Green Light law, which allows New Yorkers regardless of immigration status to obtain a driver’s license.
Appeals court hearing on municipal voting rights for lawful permanent residents and authorized workers marks critical moment in OCOV coalition's efforts
New York, NY–Today, the New York State Court of Appeals heard arguments regarding the constitutionality of extending municipal voting rights to lawful permanent residents and persons authorized to work in New York City.
New York, NY—Today, Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman announced its agreement with the Trump administration to participate in the 287(g) program, in which Nassau County Police will be deputized to conduct federal immigration enforcement.
Murad Awawdeh, President and CEO, New York Immigration Coalition:
“Immigrants are a vital part of Long Island’s economic life— making up nearly one third of Nassau County’s workforce and one third of its small business owners, and contributing to the $3.1 billion paid annually by New York’s immigrants in state and local taxes.
New York, NY—Today, the Trump administration revoked the recent 18-month extension of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Venezuela.
Murad Awawdeh, President and CEO, New York Immigration Coalition:
“Canceling the Venezuela TPS extension will make over a half million immigrants at risk for deportation.
New York—Today, New York Governor Kathy Hochul announced her $252 billion executive budget for FY26 espousing, “your family is my fight.”
Murad Awawdeh, President and CEO, New York Immigration Coalition:
“At a time when immigrant New Yorkers are facing unprecedented attacks from the new Trump administration, Governor Houchul must go further to invest in the protections that will allow all families to remain and thrive in New York State.
New York, NY—Today, New York Mayor Eric Adams released his $114.5 billion preliminary budget for FY26.
Murad Awawdeh, President and CEO, New York Immigration Coalition:
“New Yorkers are tired of Eric Adams’ mismanagement, blame game, and numbers that just don’t add up.
New York—Today, New York Governor Kathy Hochul delivered her fourth State of the State address at The Egg, in Albany, preceding the upcoming Presidential inauguration.
Murad Awawdeh, President and CEO, New York Immigration Coalition:
“Governor Hochul outlined her vision for a New York that is more affordable, where more families can make ends meet, find housing, and prosper.
New York, NY—Today, Mayor Eric Adams delivered his fourth State of the City address at the historic Apollo Theater in Harlem.
Murad Awawdeh, President and CEO, New York Immigration Coalition:
“For centuries, immigrants have powered the economy and culture of New York City – and that longstanding reality is no different today.
New York, NY—Today, the U.S. House of Representatives passed a bill that would allow the deportation of undocumented immigrants who are charged with – not found guilty of – nonviolent crimes, including burglary, theft, larceny or shoplifting. Forty eight House Democrats (including New York representatives Laura Gillen, John Mannion, Joseph Morelle, Josh Riley, Tom Suozzi, and Ritchie Torres) joined all House Republicans in voting for the bill.
New York—Today, Governor Kathy Hochul proposed an expansion of the Empire State Child Credit (ESCC) as part of her 2025 State of the State. This proposed expansion, phased in over two years, would triple the current annual tax credit for children under age four (up from $330 to $1,000) and increase the annual tax credit for children from four through sixteen (up from $330 to $500). While we applaud this first step in supporting New York families, more needs to be done to achieve the state’s goal of reducing child poverty.
