Congresswoman Claudia Tenney has sent a letter to Governor Kathy Hochul, seeking answers regarding sanctuary state policies and their financial implications for New Yorkers. This follows a recent hearing by the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, where Governor Hochul was questioned about these issues but did not provide the requested information.
During the June 12 hearing, Rep. Tenney inquired about the number of undocumented immigrants in New York State’s prison system, the costs to taxpayers, and the impact of the Green Light Law. Despite repeated questions, Governor Hochul has not responded or provided follow-up details.
“Governor Hochul continues to fail the people of New York by prioritizing illegal aliens over the safety, security, and financial well-being of law-abiding citizens,” stated Congresswoman Tenney. “She couldn’t provide basic information about how many illegal aliens are in our prisons or the cost to New York taxpayers. She also failed to provide the total amount of taxpayer dollars spent on services for illegal aliens during her tenure as Governor. It’s time for Hochul to reverse New York’s reckless sanctuary policies that endanger our communities and drain public resources. I will continue to advocate for policies that put New Yorkers first.”
The full text of Congresswoman Tenney’s letter is available for public viewing.
