New York 2025-2026 Regular Session

New York Senate Bill S01097

Introduced
1/8/25  
Refer
1/8/25  

Caption

Prohibits law enforcement agencies or officers from inquiring about immigration status unless a person is booked into a detention facility or the immigration status of a person is pertinent to the criminal investigation.

Summary

Bill S01097 seeks to amend the executive law in New York by prohibiting law enforcement agencies and officers from inquiring about an individual's immigration status during routine or spontaneous investigatory activities. This includes situations such as interviews, traffic stops, pedestrian stops, frisks, or searches of personal or real property. The bill allows for exceptions only when a person is booked into a detention facility or when their immigration status is relevant to a criminal investigation.

Impact

If enacted, this bill would significantly alter the practices of law enforcement in New York regarding immigration inquiries. It would limit the circumstances under which officers could ask about immigration status, thereby aiming to foster trust between immigrant communities and law enforcement. This change could lead to increased reporting of crimes by immigrants who may otherwise fear deportation or legal repercussions due to their status.

Sentiment

The general sentiment surrounding Bill S01097 appears to be supportive among advocates for immigrant rights, who argue that it will help protect vulnerable populations from discrimination and encourage cooperation with law enforcement. However, there may be concerns from some law enforcement officials and community members regarding the implications for public safety and the ability to investigate certain crimes.

Contention

Notable points of contention include the balance between protecting immigrant communities and ensuring public safety. Some law enforcement agencies may argue that inquiring about immigration status is necessary for certain investigations, while advocates for immigrants' rights contend that such inquiries can lead to fear and mistrust, ultimately hindering cooperation with police. The debate may also reflect broader national discussions on immigration policy.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

NY A08194

Prohibits law enforcement officers and peace officers from inquiring about the immigration status of a victim of or witness to a criminal offense.

NY A03506

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.

NY S02235

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.

NY S09490

Prohibits landlords or their agents from inquiring or requiring disclosure about citizenship or immigration status, requiring specific immigration documentation to be presented, disclosing immigration or citizenship status to third parties, or threatening to report a tenant's citizenship or immigration status in retaliation for asserting their rights.

NY A11176

Prohibits landlords or their agents from inquiring or requiring disclosure about citizenship or immigration status, requiring specific immigration documentation to be presented, disclosing immigration or citizenship status to third parties, or threatening to report a tenant's citizenship or immigration status in retaliation for asserting their rights.

NY S05954

Prohibits law enforcement officers and peace officers from inquiring about the immigration status of a victim of or witness to a criminal offense.

NY H6244

Prohibits any personnel, in any healthcare facility, from asking the legal immigration status of any patient.

NY SB583

Requires law enforcement agencies to collect information regarding the immigration status of criminal offenders

NY A1446

Requires person convicted, or fleeing charge, of sex offense in foreign country to register under Megan's Law; requires law enforcement to inquire about immigration status of sex offenders and cooperate with federal immigration authorities.

NY S08523

Protects New Yorkers from unnecessary inquiry into immigration status by state agencies, employees, or departments and restricts the access of federal immigration authorities' to state buildings.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.