Immigration Statements

United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB)

• Archbishop Timothy P. Broglio, president of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) – Statement of Archbishop Broglio on Executive Orders Signed by the President
• Bishop Mark J. Seitz of El Paso, chairman of the USCCB’s Committee on Migration – Executive Actions Will Subject Vulnerable Families and Children to Grave Danger, says Bishop Seitz

Diocesan Bishops and Diocesan Organizations

• Cardinal Dolan, Archdiocese of New York – Cardinal Dolan Shows Support for Immigrants
• Monsignor Kevin Sullivan, Executive Director of Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of New York – Catholic Charities Stands in Solidarity with Immigrants
• Bishop Scharfenberger, Diocese of Albany – Remain Firm in Our Catholic Faith
• Bishop Matano, Diocese of Rochester – Rochester Bishop addresses faithful about immigration
• Bishop Lucia, Diocese of Syracuse – With Liberty and Justice for All

Governor Hochul’s Executive Budget

On January 21, a few days after her State of the State address, Governor Kathy Hochul released her Executive Budget proposal. The Governor proposes total spending of $252 billion, an increase of $8.6 billion from last year, or 3.6%.

Education

In her proposed executive budget, Governor Hochul includes a planned 4.7% increase in state aid to public schools, though it offers mixed news for religious and independent schools. At the federal level, the Educational Choice for Children Act (ECCA) is expected to be reintroduced in Congress soon. This legislation would create an income tax credit for donations to scholarship-granting organizations which aid families with children in religious and independent schools. Read our recent statements on education below. 

• Statement on the Educational Choice for Children Act (ECCA)
  • Take Action Now! – Urge Congress to Support Tuition Scholarships
• 2025-2026 Elementary and Secondary Education Budget Testimony

Human Services and Respect Life

Governor Hochul's proposed budget outlines many positive initiatives to support children and families, address mental health, and expand low-income and supportive housing. As always, there is also robust support for abortion within the proposals. Read our recent statements regarding human services and respect life below. 

• Statement on Governor Hochul’s proposed expansion of the Child Tax Credit
• Statement on Governor Hochuls’s abortion expansion agenda

Recent News on Assisted Suicide

As we continue to oppose the legalization of assisted suicide in New York, read about assisted suicide in the news:

• The Evangelist – We Can and Must Do Better
• No Suicide NY – NYAAAS and NY Biomedical Roundtable Hold Albany Demonstration
• Euthanasia Prevention Coalition – New York assisted suicide bill is a bait and switch
• Washington Post – Should doctors help people die? Global debate hits home in the U.S.

Stop Assisted Suicide in NY

Proponents of doctor-assisted suicide are continuing to try to legalize this deadly practice in New York. There is another BIG push this year and we need your help.

Lawmakers need to hear from their constituents if we hope to avoid yet another assault on the dignity of human life. Assisted suicide is dangerous for patients, caregivers, and vulnerable populations such as the elderly and people with disabilities. Suicide is not medical care. Please tell your State Senate and Assembly representatives that you oppose this dangerous and deadly practice. Contact your legislators now!

Capitol Compass Podcast

Episode 42: 2025 Legislative Session Priorities

In episode 42, Gillian sits down with Dennis Poust, Executive Director of the New York State Catholic Conference. They discuss key pieces of New York State legislation the Conference is focusing on this session, as well as important federal developments affecting the Catholic Church.

Listen wherever you get your podcasts, on our YouTube channel, or on our website – https://www.nyscatholic.org/capitol-compass-podcast