L.L. 2004/031
Enactment date: 7/12/2004
Int. No. 223-A
By Council Members Stewart, Martinez, Reed, DeBlasio, Liu, Monserrate, Brewer, Palma, Reyna, Clarke, James, Barron, Jackson, Lopez, Comrie, Gonzalez and the Public Advocate (Ms. Gotbaum)
A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to immigration assistance services.
Be it enacted by the Council as follows:
Section 1. Declaration of legislative findings and intent. Persons who assist individuals with immigration matters have a significant impact on the ability of their clients to live and work within the United States and to establish and maintain stable families and business relationships. Given the size of New York City's immigrant community, providers of immigration assistance services have a significant impact on cultural, social and economic life in this city. Presently, minimal regulation of persons who provide immigration assistance services leaves persons who require assistance with immigration matters vulnerable to abuse and unscrupulous practices. The purpose of this legislation is to give immigrants a clear understanding of the work to be performed by providers of immigration assistance services and to promote honesty and fair dealing among providers of immigration assistance services.
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[Consolidated provisions are not included in this Appendix A]
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§ 3. This local law shall take effect 90 days after enactment.