Bill > A02261

This bill amends the New York State executive law to explicitly prevent the governor and state agencies from obstructing federal immigration enforcement efforts. Specifically, the bill defines "state agency" broadly to include all agencies, departments, public benefit corporations, authorities, boards, and commissions under the governor's executive authority or where the governor appoints key leadership. The bill prohibits the governor from using executive orders or other powers to prevent or inhibit state agencies and their employees, including law enforcement officers, from collaborating with federal agencies on immigration enforcement. Similarly, the bill mandates that no state agency or its employees can prevent or inhibit cooperation with federal immigration enforcement agencies. The legislation appears to be designed to ensure that state-level entities do not create barriers or restrictions that would impede federal immigration enforcement activities, effectively requiring full cooperation between state and federal authorities in this domain. The bill would take effect immediately upon passage.

Government Affairs

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A2261