DHS suspends access to Trusted Traveler Programs for NY residents

Original Date Announced
February 5, 2020
DHS suspends enrollment in Global Entry and other Trusted Traveler programs (TTPs) for residents of New York state in response to state's enactment of Driver's License Access & Privacy Act limiting NY DMV info-sharing with DHS.
[ID #835]
DHS Suspends New York Access to Trusted Traveler Programs
Effective Date
February 5, 2020
Subsequent Trump and Court Action(s)
- February 7, 2020
  NYT - New York to Sue Trump Administration Over Global Entry Freeze
  
  NY AG announces plans to sue Trump Administration over policy preventing New York residents from accessing TTPs.
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- February 27, 2020
  NYCLU to Sue DHS for Illegal Suspension of Global Entry Program for New Yorkers
  
  The New York Civil Liberties Union announced its intention to file a class-action lawsuit against DHS for its retaliatory suspension of enrollment and re-enrollment into the Global Entry program in New York.
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- July 23, 2020
  NYT - Homeland Security Dept. Admits Making False Statements in Fight With N.Y.
  
  On July 23, 2020, DHS restored New York residents' access to TTPs and acknowledged in a court filing that the agency made false statements in support of the original ban.
  
  **Litigation is listed for informational purposes and is not comprehensive. For the current status of legal challenges, check other sources.**
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Not in effect

Status: Rescinded

Trump Administration Action: Change in Practice

Subject Matter: Sanctuary Restrictions

Agencies Affected: CBP ICE

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