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New York Lawmakers Seek Right To A Lawyer For Immigrants

January 16, 2020 By The Associated Press 0

ALBANY — Individuals facing deportation would have a statutory right to a lawyer if they can’t afford one under legislation introduced Wednesday. State Sen. Brad Hoylman, who is sponsoring the legislation, said immigrants with attorneys …

News

Powerful Union Backs Giving Licenses To Immigrants In NY

June 3, 2019 By The Associated Press 0

ALBANY – The nation’s largest health care worker’s union is backing legislation in New York state that would authorize drivers licenses for immigrants who entered the country illegally. 1199SEIU’s support, announced Monday, comes as state …

Business

NY’s Largest Business Group Backs Drivers Licenses For Immigrants

May 31, 2019 By The Associated Press 0

ALBANY – The Business Council of New York State, the state’s largest business advocacy organization, is backing legislation that would authorize drivers licenses for residents who entered the country illegally. Business Council President and CEO …

Government

Goodell Says State’s DREAM Act Is A “Nightmare” For New York

January 26, 2019 By Justin Gould 1

ALBANY – This week, New York State lawmakers passed the DREAM Act, which will provide access to state college tuition aid to undocumented immigrants. New York State Senator Cathy Young and Assemblyman Andy Goodell both …

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