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A 10460

Enacts the "ICE contract transparency act"

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Grace Lee and 2 co-sponsors

New York bill requiring state agencies to publicly disclose all contracts with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement to increase government transparency on immigration enforcement cooperation.

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Bill Summary · A 10460

Legislative bill overview

Bill A 10460 establishes the "ICE Contract Transparency Act," which would require New York State to disclose information about contracts between state agencies and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). The bill aims to increase public visibility into government relationships with federal immigration enforcement by mandating transparency reporting on such agreements.

Why is this important

This bill directly affects New York's relationship with federal immigration enforcement at a time of significant debate over state-federal cooperation on immigration matters. Transparency about ICE contracts could influence public understanding of how state resources are used in immigration enforcement and inform ongoing policy discussions about sanctuary protections and immigration compliance.

Potential points of contention

  • States' rights vs. federal authority: Questions about whether states should publicly disclose contracts with federal agencies, particularly those involving national security or law enforcement operations
  • Public safety concerns: Debate over whether transparency could compromise ICE operations or inadvertently aid individuals evading immigration enforcement
  • Scope and definition: Disagreement over what constitutes an "ICE contract" and which state agencies should be covered by disclosure requirements

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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