Establishes the right to legal counsel in immigration court proceedings in New York.

New York S00141 establishes the right to legal counsel in immigration court proceedings. It defines "covered individuals" as income-eligible individuals in detention in New York, transferred from detention in New York to another state, or subject to removal or inspection. These individuals have the right to legal services in covered proceedings, including immigration court, family courts, and federal district courts. The bill sets up an advisory committee to collaborate with the administrator on matters such as compensation rates, community engagement, and access to legal services.

Establishes the right to legal counsel in immigration court proceedings in New York.

New York S00141 establishes the right to legal counsel in immigration court proceedings. It defines "covered individuals" as income-eligible individuals in detention in New York, transferred from detention in New York to another state, or subject to removal or inspection. These individuals have the right to legal services in covered proceedings, including immigration court, family courts, and federal district courts. The bill sets up an advisory committee to collaborate with the administrator on matters such as compensation rates, community engagement, and access to legal services.