Bill > S03649

This bill requires local governments in New York to comply with federal law enforcement detainer requests and prohibits them from interfering with federal law enforcement activities at municipal or county jails. Specifically, the bill prohibits counties, cities, towns, villages, and their agencies (including sheriff's departments, police departments, and district attorneys' offices) from adopting any rules or policies that prevent compliance with federal detainer requests or block federal law enforcement officials from conducting enforcement activities. The bill defines federal law enforcement agencies broadly, including agencies like ICE, FBI, and the Department of Homeland Security. If a local government is found to be in violation of these requirements, the state will withhold funding, with the comptroller verifying compliance before disbursing state funds. The bill includes exceptions for schools and municipal health facilities and clarifies that detainment does not include reporting crimes or assisting in investigations. The purpose appears to be ensuring local cooperation with federal immigration and law enforcement efforts by creating financial and regulatory consequences for non-compliance.

Government Affairs, Military Affairs and Security

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S3649