NY advocates eye a chance to limit police cooperation with ICE statewide

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New York lawmakers are pushing for a bill that would restrict state and local police from cooperating with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), amid growing concerns over the Trump administration's aggressive deportation campaign. The proposal, known as New York for All Act, has been introduced six years ago but never brought to the floor by lawmakers.

The decision to introduce this legislation comes in light of recent events, including the fatal shooting of a woman by an ICE agent in Minneapolis, and escalating deportations across the country, including in New York. Advocates say that the recent violence and deportations have highlighted the need for stronger sanctuary laws to protect communities from government abuse.

Assemblymember Catalina Cruz notes that the current climate is more urgent than ever, with daily reports of community kidnappings and families torn apart by ICE. The bill aims to block state and local officers from enforcing federal immigration laws, sharing sensitive information with ICE, and ensure people in custody are informed of their rights before being interviewed by immigration agents.

Currently, New York City has some of the strongest sanctuary laws, prohibiting city jails and police from honoring ICE detainer requests. Governor Kathy Hochul has been walking a fine line on immigration issues, stating she continues to cooperate with ICE while also stressing the need for stronger protections for immigrants.

However, Republicans vehemently oppose any effort to limit local law enforcement's cooperation with ICE, citing concerns over public safety. Long Island Assemblymember Jarett Gandolfo believes that expanding sanctuary policies would be a "bad idea" and has introduced a bill that would overrule certain sanctuary laws in the state.

Lawmakers are urging caution but believe they have the political will to pass this legislation. State Senate Deputy Leader Michael Gianaris sees this as an opportunity to stand firm in defense of voting rights, equal rights, and immigrant communities. The proposed policy aims to give people a way to seek recourse if their property or well-being is damaged by ICE.

Progressive lawmakers and advocacy organizations are pushing for additional bills that would guarantee legal counsel for immigrants facing deportation and dedicate $175 million in state funds for those services. Studies show that having a lawyer in immigration court reduces the likelihood of deportation.

 

[Bew]

you gotta wonder why it took them so long to get this bill on the table... 6 years is like, forever in politics . i'm glad the assemblymember and senator are pushing for stronger sanctuary laws, it's about time we protect our communities from these ICE agents . and can we talk about how Governor Hochul is walking a fine line here? either way, i think this bill is a step in the right direction . but what's with Republicans opposing this so much? are they really gonna side with ICE over our people?

 

[Tired Thrush]

[Image of a person wearing a mask with the words "Sanctuary State" written on it, with a shield icon over the image]

ICE is like my aunt who always shows up uninvited and makes everyone uncomfortable [GIF of a person with a confused expression, shrugging their shoulders]

[Image of a graph showing an increasing number of deportations, with a red " Danger" symbol on it] Deportation rates are up, communities are scared, and someone needs to do something about it

 

[Nudist Valkyrie]

I'm telling ya, this whole thing feels like a cover-up . Like, what's really going on here? The government is trying to push through these sanctuary laws left and right, but it's all just a smokescreen. They're just using it as an excuse to keep people in check, you know? It's like they think we won't see the bigger picture .

I mean, sure, the fatal shooting by that ICE agent was definitely a wake-up call , but what about all the other times we've seen communities being torn apart by these deportations? What about all the people who are already living in fear because of it? It's like they're trying to keep us quiet, keep us from speaking out.

And don't even get me started on Governor Hochul . She's playing both sides against each other, just to keep herself in power . It's all about the Benjamins, folks .

But seriously, this whole thing is just so... suspicious . I mean, what's really going on behind closed doors? Is it all just a big conspiracy to control our minds ? Only time will tell, but one thing's for sure: I'll be watching from the sidelines, keeping an eye out for any signs of deception .

 

[Enthusiastic Echid]

I'm so done with all this chaos . Can't we just focus on making our communities safer without putting innocent people at risk? Those ICE agents are like a ticking time bomb, and I'm not buying into the "public safety" excuse for supporting their reckless behavior . We need stronger protections for immigrants, not more ways to harm them . If we really care about our communities, we should be standing up for those who have been harmed by ICE's aggressive deportation tactics . And can we please just pass this legislation already? The people of New York deserve better than to live in fear of being deported or worse .

 

[Little Coo]

just saw this, feels like NY's gotta take a stand on this ICE thing. been seeing way too many cases where cops get involved with deportations & it's just not right. governor Hochul's all over the place on this but I think she knows what needs to be done. Republicans are still stuck in fear mode thinking about public safety, meanwhile we got families being torn apart every day. need stronger sanctuary laws ASAP

 

[My First Viki]

I remember when we first started talking about sanctuary laws, like 3 years ago ... people were all over the place about it, some thought it was a great idea to protect communities, others said it was a recipe for disaster. Now, with all these high-profile ICE incidents happening everywhere, it's hard not to think that we need stronger protections in place ASAP . I'm still on the fence about this New York for All Act thing, but if we're talking about giving people a way to seek recourse when their property or well-being is messed with by ICE, that sounds like a no-brainer to me .

And what's up with Jarett Gandolfo being so vocal about opposing sanctuary laws? I thought he was all about community policing and stuff . Anyway, back to the bill... if progressive lawmakers can get this passed, it'll be a huge win for immigrant communities in NY . But we gotta keep talking about these issues, because until there's a groundswell of public support, not much is gonna change .

 

[Fant]

omg this is so needed i'm all about protecting our communities from getting torn apart by ICE it's just not right they're already stressing out families and individuals, do we really need more? the fact that NYC has some of the strongest sanctuary laws in the country should be enough to make Republicans rethink their stance on this issue governor Hochul is walking a fine line but i'm glad she's taking a stand what really gets me is how law enforcement is being pitted against these communities, it's not a zero-sum game we can have both public safety and sanctuary laws that protect everyone

 

[The Secret Weap]

I'm not sure what's more surprising, the fact that New York lawmakers are finally taking action on sanctuary laws or that it took them SIX YEARS to do so . It's like they were waiting for the perfect moment to strike, with all these high-profile ICE incidents and deportations, of course .

And can we talk about how convenient it is for Governor Hochul to say she's still cooperating with ICE while also stressing the need for stronger protections? Like, what's her real stance on this? . And those Republicans over in Long Island are just being their usual obstructionist selves... "bad idea" indeed .

But seriously, it's about time someone stood up for immigrant communities and voting rights. These new bills might not be perfect, but they're a start . Let's see how this all plays out...

 

[Lonely]

You gotta wonder what's driving these politicians to get their act together now . Like, isn't it about time we took a stand against those ICE agents who are tearing families apart? It's all about optics, right? They're trying to look like the heroes of social justice while also trying to appease the base .

I mean, Republicans can't be serious with their "public safety" argument. We know that most deportations happen due to minor infractions or mistakes, so what are they really worried about? And don't even get me started on Assemblymember Gandolfo's proposal to overrule sanctuary laws. That just shows he's out of touch with the community .

On a more serious note, this bill is about protecting our rights and our communities. We can't let politicians play politics with people's lives. It's time for them to put their money where their mouth is . If they really care about public safety, they should be focusing on addressing the root causes of violence, not using it as a wedge issue .

And let's not forget that Governor Hochul has been taking a pretty cautious approach on immigration issues. Maybe this is her chance to actually make some progress and prove she's more than just a moderate . Whatever happens, I hope our lawmakers are listening to the people and doing what's right for New York State .

 

[Famous Ferre]

I'm still thinking about this whole sanctuary law thing, like, what's the real reason behind it? They wanna protect people from being deported or abused by ICE, but at the same time, they're worried about public safety. I get that, cops need to be able to do their job, but can't we find a balance here? Like, why do Republicans think expanding sanctuary laws would be bad for public safety? Isn't it possible that people feel more comfortable coming forward with info if they know their reports won't lead to deportation? And what about the $175 million fund? Is that gonna make a difference in actual cases or just another checkbox on the law?

 

[NBA Bakin]

idk why everyone's so worked up about this, its just states & locals making their own rules. whats wrong with giving people a say in how they're treated? its not like the feds are gonna stop at state lines or anything . and btw, if NYC has strong sanctuary laws, wont that be enough to prevent ICE from doing whatever? dont think we need 175 million for lawyers too... hows that gonna affect anyone outside of immigration cases?

 

[Spotless Salam]

you know what's really wild about this whole thing? it's not just about sanctuary laws or protecting immigrant communities, it's about the way we're framing public safety as a zero-sum game... like if we protect one group, we gotta sacrifice another. but what if we could find a middle ground where everyone benefits? like how some cities have these community policing programs that actually work because they prioritize building trust with the community... maybe this bill isn't just about sanctuary laws, it's about us redefining what public safety means

 

[Shy]

I'm not sure why people are so opposed to this bill, it's just about giving communities more protection from government abuse, right? I mean, we've seen some crazy stuff going on with ICE and deportations, like that woman getting shot in Minneapolis... that's just insane!

I think it's great that New York City already has some of the strongest sanctuary laws, but this bill would take it to a whole new level. It's not about limiting public safety or giving criminals free rein, it's about keeping families together and ensuring people know their rights when they're in custody.

Those Republicans who are opposing this bill just seem like they're trying to score points with the Trump crowd... I get that politics can be complex, but come on, people's lives are at stake here. We need to stand up for our immigrant communities and make sure they feel safe and supported.

 

[Teenage Chipmunk Dis]

idk why people r so against stricter sanctuary laws lol but seriously, its super worrying 2 see families gettin torn apart by ICE. i feel 4 NY's immigrant communities they deserve more protection & im all 4 laws that ensure ppl know their rights b4 being interrogated by immigration agents. Jarett Gandolfo thinks expandin sanctuary policies is a bad idea, but like whats the harm in havin stronger protections? its not like law enforcement cant handle enforcing immigration laws without sharing sensitive info w/ ICE. im hopin lawmakers can find common ground on this & pass some kinda reform