Expand and Extend NY’s Eviction Moratorium. Thousands of Lives Are at Stake.
New York’s residential eviction moratorium, which protects thousands of individuals and families, will expire in just seven days. NYLAG calls on NY legislatures to extend ...
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NYLAG Names Sirrah Harris as the First-ever Director of Outreach and Access to Justice Programs
We are proud to announce Sirrah Harris as our first-ever director of outreach and access to justice! Learn more about Sirrah's impactful seven-year tenure at ...
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The FAIR Proceedings Act: A Powerful Step Towards Securing Legal Aid for the Most Vulnerable Immigrants
NYLAG's Beth Goldman praises The Funding Attorneys for Indigent Removal (FAIR) Proceedings Act, which guarantees access to government-funded legal counsel during removal proceedings to the ...
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Amira Samuel Returns to NYLAG as New Director of Pro Bono & Volunteers
After an extensive search, NYLAG has named Amira Samuel as director of Pro Bono & Volunteers.
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ICE, Stop Deporting Individuals Not Considered a Priority
NYLAG and the Veterans Legal Services Clinic at Yale Law School received a historic win for veterans suffering due to radiation exposure.
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Ruling in FOIA Lawsuit Is a Victory for Immigrants, Open Government
NYLAG and the Veterans Legal Services Clinic at Yale Law School received a historic win for veterans suffering due to radiation exposure.
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NYLAG’s Policy Agenda for the Biden Administration
With Joe Biden now the 47th President of the U.S., NYLAG urges the Biden Administration to reverse policies that harm the communities we serve.
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NYLAG Calls on Governor Cuomo to Extend Eviction Moratorium Now
COVID-19 rates are rising in NYC and across the U.S. NYLAG is calling on the governor to extend the residential eviction moratorium statewide now.
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NYLAG Concerned over Medicaid Cuts to be Implemented in 2021
NYLAG has expressed grave concerns about how the NYS Medicaid Program will implement various cuts enacted as part of the NYS FY 20-21 Budget. The ...
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NYLAG Submits Comments on proposed CMS “Sunset” Regulation.
NYLAG has joined the National Health Law Program and other organizations in submitting comments, pushing back against this unlawful and ill-conceived proposal designed to sabotage HHS safety ...
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