States / New York / A 5653

A 5653 In Committee

Relates to local opt-in of migrant housing

Introduced
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Provides that any requirement that undocumented immigrants who are seeking asylum in the United States be sheltered in a certain locality or localities shall only apply to those towns, cities, and counties that opt-in to such requirement through the adoption of a local law or ordinance; defines the term "sheltered" as including, but not limited to, being temporarily or permanently placed into housing, dwelling, or living quarters by a state or local governmental entity.

Chamber
House
Introduced
Feb 19, 2025
Last action
Jan 7, 2026 — REFERRED TO LOCAL GOVERNMENTS
Session
2025-2026
Momentum
45 · Moderate